A bill to legalize Internet poker in Iowa is anticipated to be fast tracked through the legislative committee over the coming days.

Iowa could potentially become a Midwest hub for online poker should a system be put in place similar to that of the multi-state Powerball lottery.

From the Quad City Times:

A late-arriving bill to bring illegal online poker activities beamed into Iowa from offshore operations under state regulation is expected to get fast-track consideration in subcommittee on Monday. [more]

By: Corey Moullas

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