New Jersey state committee signs off on sports betting

The New Jersey State Senate Committee on Government, Wagering, Tourism, and Historic Preservation passed a bill on Monday that would legalize sports betting in the state, according to a report by Poker News Daily . The measure was easily approved …

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Tue, February 9th, 2010

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Casino gambling facts:

  • In Paris, legislation prohibiting playing cards was passed in 1377, and in Italy, playing cards and dice were burned.
  • Gaming is now the States' favorite pastime. More individuals gamble than the combined total of those attending movies, sports, music events, theme parks and live entertainment.
  • At a land-based casino, if your slot machine is malfunctioning, you won't get paid if you win the jackpot! All slot machines have this written on them but many players are not aware of this policy. The casinos have a device which lets them know if a slot machine is malfunctioning or if it's been tinkered with. Your best bet is to stop playing at it and try another.
  • In 1911 US legislation prohibited stud poker but ruled that draw poker was a game of skill and therefore was not illegal.