Problem Gambling Bill Gaining Support On Capitol Hill

At a time when the US government is considering changing their Internet gambling laws, some politicians are pushing for a new Bill that would address problem gambling. The Comprehensive Problem Gambling Act is gaining support from members of Congress on both sides of the aisle.

The Bill is not aimed solely at Internet gambling problems. If approved, House Resolution 2906 would set aside one percent of federal tax revenue from gambling winnings for treatment, research, and awareness of problem gambling.

"This problem is really a growing problem that I'm afraid is going to get much, much worse if this doesn't get passed," said Representative Frank Wolf. That is the sentiment being echoed by other lawmakers as well.

Rep. Jim Moran knows what it is like to be involved with the dangers of gambling. Moran spent time as a stock broker, and he feels that gambling addiction should be treated like other addictions in the US such as alcohol or drugs.

The need for such an awareness Bill is becoming pressing with proposed legislation that would regulate online gambling in the country. Internet gambling in the US is already at a fever pitch, and once it is regulated there can only be a growth spurt within the industry.

Forty-eight states in the US offer some form of legalized gambling. This Bill would ensure that people within those states would have outlets if they became addicted. Treatment programs currently exist, but they are not federally backed.

September 24, 2009
Posted By Terry Goodwin
Staff Editor, CasinoGamblingWeb.com
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