14 May 2018
The leading poker and internet gaming advocacy group applauded the ruling by the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) that deems the Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act of 1992 (PASPA) as unconstitutional.
7 Feb 2018
After a decade in the position, Pappas will be replaced by Rich Muny, who also serves as Vice President.
26 Oct 2017
The passage of the landmark bill was met with approval from PPA executive director John Pappas and the group's members nationwide.
16 Oct 2017
In a statement, PPA emphasized its approval of the agreement, which will allow online poker players in New Jersey to play against patrons in Delaware and Nevada.
8 Mar 2017
John Pappas, Executive Director of the PPA, spoke before the state's Senate Committee on Regulatory Reform in order to urge the passage of Senate Bill 203.
8 Mar 2017
Senate Bill 203, sponsored by Sen. Mike Kowall, was passed by a 7-1 margin.
18 Jan 2017
Executive Director of the Poker Players Alliance says state regulation would put Washington in control of internet gaming by corralling the unregulated market and turning it into a state-based industry that is safe and accountable.
11 Jan 2017
The PPA yesterday reacted to a commitment by Sen. Jeff Sessions, nominee to be the Attorney General of the U.S., to review the Department of Justice's position on the Wire Act.
2 Nov 2016
The Poker Players Alliance made a statement last week reacting to the Pennsylvania House's vote on the local share tax bill that included language supporting iGaming, urging the Senate to take the next step.
27 Oct 2016
HB 1887, which would regulate daily fantasy sports and online gambling in the state, was passed 110-71 in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives today. Now it awaits a vote from the Senate.
19 Oct 2016
The executive director of the Poker Players Alliance testified before the Pennsylvania House Gaming Oversight Committee today, calling for the regulation of online gambling in the commonwealth.
19 Oct 2016
Though hearings held by the House Oversight Gaming Committee on 18-19 October were overwhelmingly positive, the fate of HB 2150 in the hands of the Senate isn't clear.
29 Aug 2016
This week, more Rival powered casinos are shutting their doors without warning, and affiliates are not being offered any reason. What's next? Plus, industry news from bitcoin and California online poker.
22 Aug 2016
John Pappas, executive director of the Poker Players Alliance, urged lawmakers to reject potential changes to AB 2863, stating the amendments could restrict competition and cause player dissatisfaction.
13 Jul 2016
As the World Series of Poker Main Event entered the ninth edition of the "November Nine era," past final table participants spoke with Casino City about the special bond they've developed with each other.
3 Jun 2016
The Poker Players Alliance applauds the action and, starting today, will run a series of digital advertisements to remind state lawmakers that regulation can and should happen this year.
