Common sense says that such legislation would, well, prohibit gambling on the Internet. But common sense is as fleeting in Washington as the cherry blossoms. Frankly, I must agree with this article that the intent of the legislation is baffling. Particularly since the 104 th Congress passed a sensible bill, sponsored by Rep. Wolf of Virginia, that created the National Gambling Impact Study Commission. After performing an intensive two-year study, the Commission issued its report.
Statistics show that compulsive gambling is on the rise.
Common sense suggests that increasing the ease of access to it, particularly through the Internet, will greatly exacerbate the problem. Mr. Chairman, I understand the Committee's referral on this legislation is short, but I hope these issues can be deliberated thoroughly and with great care. Thank you, again, for holding this hearing. Prepared by the Democratic staff of the Commerce Committee 2322 Rayburn House Office Building, Washington, DC 20515 Select Feedback to let us know what you think.