Despite the issues, the residents of some other states face up when it comes to legalization of the online gambling, it has recently become clear that the idea of legalizing the gambling activities in Pennsylvania is not that impossible. State’s major authorities approved of that statement a few days ago.
The general standpoint of the local community is that Pennsylvania doesn’t have any clear gambling laws. As far as the land-based casinos are concerned, the choice is not really abundant – there is a state lottery, several licensed casinos, horse racing but the truth is that the lack of strict rules and regulations for both – land-based and online casinos, doesn’t allow the authorities take adequate measures when they spot an abuse.
William Thomas, one of the State authorities, said that he is absolutely convinced that the online gambling legalization will play an important role in the well being of the Pennsylvania citizens. To be more precise, he expressed his hope that the online gambling services will live up to the expectations and requirements of the residents and the benefits they bring will be long-lasting and rewarding to as many people as possible no matter if the legalization proposal passes or not.
It is not a common thing to witness an case, in which a politician faces the facts and confesses that up to now, the percentage of people who work and use illegal gaming websites is pretty high. Bearing that in mind, the legalisation of the online gaming activities can have an extremely positive impact on the economy due to the fact that it will boost State’s income and the players who come across dishonest bookmakers or any other form of violation will be enabled to protect their rights by legal means.
One of the leading gaming providers, iGaming, might be given permission to operate in the state, provided that the online gambling activities are legalized. It is expected that Pennsylvania citizens will be free to make online bets in less than an year. For the time being, there are six proposals that are waiting for authorities’ approval. According to Thomas, state’s revenue will reach more than $113, 000 annually and if Pennsylvania becomes one of the few states where the online gambling is legally allowed, the advantages will be more than the disadvantages.
Another topic that requires the Senate’s attention is the problem with the online poker legalization. Currently, the experts set 2017 as the year when the deadline will be reached and meanwhile all the disputable rules and regulations will be re-discussed and accepted by all the members of the Senate. However, none of these events is said to happen for sure despite all the promises and public disputes. Yet, Pennsylvania-based players don’t lose hope that their state will follow New York, Illinois and California to legalize the Internet gaming activities.. According to Morgan Stanley these four will be the next states where the online gambling will become legal.
