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Assembly OKs stripped-down online poker bill

CARSON CITY — The state Assembly on Thursday passed a stripped-down Internet gambling bill calling for the state to develop a licensing process for online poker businesses, a month after the U.S. industry melted down amid federal indictments.

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Online gaming measure advances in Assembly

CARSON CITY — A Nevada legislative panel Tuesday approved a bill that would pave the way for the Silver State to set the standard for Internet gambling.

Internet poker supporters point to tax dollars; opponents question legality

Despite the promises of jobs, increased tax dollars and the potential of technology businesses locating to Nevada, a lobbyist for the casino industry told lawmakers Thursday one important aspect would keep them from approving Internet poker in the Silver State.