Internet Poker Bill Vote Delayed in Delaware

A Senate vote to delay Internet poker in the state of Delaware has been delayed.

The absence of one key Democratic leader raised concerns over whether there would be enough votes to pass the measure through.

The Associated Press reported:

The Markell administration and lawmakers also were working to avoid possible amendments to the bill amid complaints by the state's harnessing racing industry that it wouldn't get a fair share of the new revenue. Officials plan to continue talking with the industry over the coming months.

In addition to online slots and table games, the bill would expand keno beyond Delaware's three existing casinos to at least 100 sites and betting on NFL games to at least 20 non-casino sites.

It was not immediately known when the measure would be scheduled for a vote.

- Aaron Goldstein, Gambling911.com