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CALL FOR U.S. RESIDENTS - URGENT!!

Are you a US resident and enjoy participating in online entertainment, whether gambling or otherwise? Would you like to express your views about U.S. legislative efforts to impinge on your freedom of choice? Read more about this important message by clicking on the logo, or simply go to www.profreedom.com and exercise your right to have a say.

New Jersey: A State Prepared to Study Internet Gaming?

Legislators, Regulators, and Policymakers from all over the world are struggling with the challenges of new technologies; and, Internet gaming is one component of Internet commerce that has drawn a lot of attention.

New Jersey Legislation

A joint resolution (AJR51) to establish an Internet Gambling Study Commission in New Jersey was introduced on 9 December 2002. The resolution, with joint primary sponsors Assemblyman Gary L. Guear, Sr. and Assemblyman Anthony Impreveduto, was introduced and referred to the Assembly Tourism and Gaming Committee. A copy of the resolution can be found on the New Jersey State Legislature website at http://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bills/BillView.asp or by following the above link.

The IGC's Submission to the Nevada Gaming Commission

The following is submitted on behalf of the Interactive Gaming Council (“IGC”) in response to the Nevada Gaming Commission accepting public input.

Announcements

Recommended for all Members Sites

The Internet Content Rating Association is an international, independent organization that empowers the public, especially parents, to make informed decisions about electronic media by means of the open and objective labelling of content. ICRA's dual aims are to: - protect children from potentially harmful material; and, - to protect free speech on the internet.

IGC Helping Hand Program

The IGC has completed a revamp of its Helping Hand Program. IGC members are encouraged to place the Helping Hand logo on their site and create a link to this page.

The Program now provides more comprehensive information about contact details for those seeking assistance with problem / compulsive gambling services and also contains numerous links to sites offering general information about problem / compulsive gambling.

The IGC does not endorse any particular product or service, but is concerned about providing information on this very important topic to those in need.

Have a Complaint?

Members of the Interactive Gaming Council (IGC) have all agreed to abide by the IGC's Code of Conduct. If you feel that a member operator has treated you unfairly, or you have tried to resolve a problem without success, please tell us about it by completing our Consumer Complaint form. Our mediation department will look into the matter and try to help get it resolved.

Have an Opinion or Comment:

The IGC is an ever evolving institution that is constantly seeking input from its members as well as the public on the issues facing the gaming industry. The public is invited to express opinions regarding any member and issue.  If you wish to submit your opinion or make a comment, we welcome you to do so by completing our Contact Us Inquiry Form. 

IGC Banners

Here you will find a selection of IGC banners available for members and non-members to display on their website(s).

Press Releases

IGC Urges Australia to Regulate

The IGC responds to a request for public comment by Australia’s federal government, which is undertaking a mandatory review of the Interactive Gambling Act 2001.
Read the IGC's .pdf submission here.

Stark Choice for the U.S. Congress

The Leach / Kyl bills’ clumsy attempt to prohibit Internet gambling could backfire, while the Conyers bill offers a sorely needed study of this new form of gambling.

The IGC's Response to Rep. Conyers' Bill

Rep. Conyers’ Bill to Study the Regulation of Internet Gambling is Far More Sensible than Trying to Prohibit It

IGC ASKS U.S. ONLINE GAMBLERS TO SPEAK UP

In an effort to mobilize the thousands of U.S. citizens who enjoy online gambling, the Interactive Gaming Council today launched a Web site through which citizens can ask their Congressional representatives to oppose federal legislation that would block this form of entertainment.

Rep. Conyers Introduces Internet Gambling Regulation Study Commisssion Bill

Conyers' Bill, introduced into the 108th Congress on 12 March 2003, would create a commission that would study, among other things, how federal and state governments in the US can regulate Internet gambling. Read his latest press release and a copy of the full bill.

Interactive Gaming – Will Britain Lead the Way?

Vancouver, British Columbia, Feb. 27, 2003 – The United Kingdom, as part of a major reform of its regulation of gaming, is moving steadily toward the licensing and regulation of interactive gaming. The Interactive Gaming Council, the industry’s main trade group, salutes the British approach, and calls on members of the U.S. Congress to take note.

Internet Gambling, Electronic Cash & Money Laundering

“The Unintended Consequences Of A Monetary Control Scheme”
Written by Mark D. Schopper, J.D.

This article will seek to show that the current proposal pending in Congress to ban the use of credit cards and other payment systems as a means of preventing Internet gambling will not only fail to achieve its intended result, but may in fact unleash market forces that could have vast and unintended consequences--including the promotion of both Internet gambling and money laundering.
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LEACH IS BACK!

February 3, 2003 - The millions of Americans who enjoy Internet gaming as a harmless form of recreation might not appreciate Rep. Leach defining for them what activities have a “legitimate purpose.”

Miscellany

Responsible Gambling Guidelines

The Interactive Gaming Council has established Responsible Gambling Guidelines to which its Members have agreed to adhere. These Guidelines have been amended recently and a revised version is now available for review and comment. The IGC welcomes feedback at any time and requests readers to note that this document is subject to ongoing refinement.

Code of Conduct:

As a vehicle to achieving part of its stated mission, the Interactive Gaming Council has established a Code of Conduct as a voluntary standard to which the membership has agreed adhere.  The Code is available to the public for review.

Advisory - Advertising Code of Practice

The IGC has developed an advisory Advertising Code of Practice with which it is intended its members comply. As with other documents, the IGC welcomes feedback and suggestions as to how best this policy can be enhanced. It also welcomes proposals regarding possible strategic liaisons with a view to strengthening this facet of the industry.