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Findings, declarations relative to Internet gaming in Atlantic City casinos, facilities.
Short Summary
This legal document pertains to the findings and declarations regarding Internet gaming in Atlantic City casinos and facilities. It highlights the legislative history and goals of the enactments that authorized casino gaming in Atlantic City. The document recognizes the importance of tourism and casino gaming in Atlantic City and the need to preserve, restore, and revitalize it. It emphasizes the critical role of the tourist, resort, and convention industry in the state’s economy. The document also acknowledges the challenges faced by the casino gaming industry due to illegal online gambling and the Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act. It emphasizes the need for an effective state regulatory and licensing system for online gaming to increase public trust, inhibit underage gambling, ensure fairness and safety, create jobs, and prevent revenue loss to illegal operators. The document further highlights the importance of strict controls over how Atlantic City casinos accept wagers placed over the Internet and the potential benefits of Internet gaming in marketing Atlantic City. It distinguishes Internet gaming from other forms of remote gambling and explains that all hardware, software, and equipment involved in Internet gaming will be located in secure casino facilities in Atlantic City. The document concludes by stating that the Casino Control Act should be amended to authorize licensed casino operators to conduct Internet gaming within the casino premises with all wagering to be conducted solely within the casinos.
Whom does it apply to?
Licensed casino operators in Atlantic City
What does it govern?
Internet gaming in Atlantic City casinos and facilities
What are exemptions?
No exemptions are mentioned.
What are the Penalties?
No penalties are mentioned.
Jurisdiction
New Jersey