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CNIGA Chairman Applauds Movement of Internet Poker Legislation From Assembly Committee

April 27, 2016

California Nations Indian Gaming Association, Chairman Steve Stallings issued the following statement after Assembly Bill 2863 (Gray) passed the Assembly Governmental Organization Committee. “On behalf of the 34 member tribes of CNIGA, I commend the Governmental Organization Committee for moving Assembly Bill 2863. We thank Committee Chairman Adam Gray and Assembly leadership for their commitment to move this issue forward.” “For nearly a decade, Internet poker has been a hotly debated issue, Today’s vote marks a turning point on the issue. For the first time, we have moved closer to a consensus with Tribal governments, cardrooms, horse racing industry and labor groups supporting a safe and secure environment for Californians to use today’s technology to play poker.” “Following established association guidelines, we know and understand the complexity of this issue and understand that more work is needed. However, with the momentum established today, an Internet poker bill can and will pass this year.” “We look forward to continued discussions with stakeholders and the Legislature.” About CNIGA: The California Nations Indian Gaming Association is a non-profit association comprised of federally recognized tribal governments dedicated to the protection of tribal sovereignty and the right of tribes to have gaming on Indian lands.

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