A proposed measure to redefine a confusing Texas poker law successfully passed one House committee vote on Wednesday. But there are some tough obstacles on the horizon.
Texas Card House owner Ryan Crow told PokerNews via a phone conversation that the House Licensing Committee voted 8-2 in favor of House Bill 2345, which is intended to clear up some confusion within the wording of Texas Penal Code 47.04.
As it stands, the law states gambling cannot legally occur in a private place, no person can receive any economic benefit other than personal winnings, and the risks of losing or winning must be the same for all involved.