Let the Lobbying Begin…

The Poker Player’s Alliance, also known as the PPA, came out this week anteing up $3 million to spend on lobbying in Washington. They are hoping to help overturn the UIEGA or at least to make online poker legal again.

It’s no mistake the announcement comes the week Rep. Barney Franks plans on introducing new legislation to overturn the UIEGA. The PPA has one million members and is still growing so the support it offers is invaluable. The PPA plans to push hard in Washington over the next 6-8 months with the support of its members and the Interactive Gaming Council which is based in Vancouver.

They will be up against some stiff competition such as the NFL and Christian Coalition so they will need a fully loaded war chest. The NFL sent full time support to Washington to make sure Sports Betting doesn’t become legal. They online wagering threatens the integrity of their sport. So the PPA has an uphill battle and the $3 million may do little to help but at least it’s a step in the right direction.