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H.R. 5474 · 109th Congress · 2005–2006

Internet Gambling Study Commission Act

H.R. 5474 in the 109th Congress (2005–2006) was introduced on May 24, 2006, sponsored by Jon Porter Sr. with 50 co-sponsors.

During the 109th Congress (2005–2006), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Status
Introduced
Introduced
May 24, 2006
Co-sponsors
50
Policy area
Law

What it does

Internet Gambling Study Commission Act - Establishes the Internet Gambling Study Commission to: (1) conduct a comprehensive study of Internet gambling, including the existing legal framework that governs such activities and transactions; (2) report to the President and Congress on study findings and conclusions; and (3) transmit a copy of such report to each state governor or chief executive officer and Native American tribal…

Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.

Sponsor

Jon Porter Sr. (R-NV). Co-sponsors: 41 Democrats, 9 Republicans.

Where it stands

  • IntroducedMay 24, 2006
  • Passed the House—
  • Passed the Senate—
  • Sent to the President—
  • Became law—

Latest action: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H8037) (Sep 29, 2006)

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Committees

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