With growing concern in the United States about the legalization of online casino gambling, California has reportedly decided to test the waters for itself. Representatives from California legislation will attend the upcoming iGaming conference to check out prospective online poker operators.
News from Gambling911.com states that California is looking toward new options with the recent decline in the economy. Currently California suffers from the second highest foreclosure rate in the United States, as well unemployment reaching into the double digits and a $42 million budget deficit. By legalizing online casino poker, California, under the leadership of governor Arnold Swarzenegger would be hoping to draw in new cash flow into the devastated economy.
Although California seems to be making a last ditch effort to make great strides towards improving the economy, they still are hold strong against collaborating with PartyGaming. Anurag Dikshit who is the online operator of PartyGaming was slapped with a $300 fine recently after pleading guilty to a charge before he was even charged with a crime.
California is looking towards 888.com a reputable online casino outfit known for its service and fair play. Along with a tremendous service account, 888.com also has publicly traded stock which helps legitimize their participation in legalizing online poker play. The state has also tried, with the assistance of the US government, to pin down companies that took bets from US players in 2006, however, they have not been successful in finding the lawbreakers. By adding 888.com to their partnership, California will also add access to some of the top named games in online casino gambling.
