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NATIONAL GAMBLING IMPACT STUDY COMMISSION IGNORES TESTIMONY OF EXPERTS

WASHINGTON, DC -- The National Gambling Impact Study Commission issued its report this morning, calling for the federal government to prohibit internet gambling. While the recommendation was widely anticipated, many in the technology community were disappointed that the Commission ignored the testimony of numerous witnesses.

"Except for those who want to be the internet police, every witness before the Commission testified that prohibitions don't work. The only way to control interactive gaming -- short of stationing a policeman in every home is through strict, governmental regulation." said Sue Schneider, chairman of the Interactive Gaming Council.

Continued Schneider: "The IGC recognizes the value and necessity of regulation, and has called for government action at the national and international levels. Indeed, Australia is the latest country that has chosen to regulate rather than prohibit. We were disappointed that the NGISC took the easy way out by bowing to the unholy alliance between the religious right and the land-based casino industry."

The Interactive Gaming Council is the global trade association that represents the interests of operators, suppliers, publishers, and consumers of interactive products and services. Based in Vancouver, Canada, the IGC has 55 member companies located in a variety of nations around the globe.

For additional information about the Interactive Gaming Council, please visit the Council's web site.

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