House Sponsors: SCHMITZ-COULSON-MULLIGAN. Short description: CRIM CD-BAN INTERNET GAMBLING Synopsis of Bill as introduced: Amends the Criminal Code of 1961. Prohibits a person from making a wire transfer of money for the purpose of an internet-based gambling transaction. Prohibits a financial institution from knowingly making a wire transfer of money that is to be used in an internet-based gambling transaction. Provides that a violation is a petty offense that is subject to a fine of $1,000. Provides that any credit card debts incurred as a result of an internet-based gambling transaction by any person are null and void. Effective immediately. Last action on Bill: TABLED BY SPONSOR Last action date: MAR-28-2001 Location: House Amendments to Bill: AMENDMENTS ADOPTED: HOUSE - 0 SENATE - 0 END OF INQUIRY Full Text Bill Status