Last 3 paragraphs of the article:
CNN wrote:
The Internet gambling provision tackles the difficult task of enforcing bans by prohibiting players from using credit cards, checks and electronic fund transfers to settle their online wagers.
The measure’s supporters include the National Football League as well as conservative and antigambling groups. Some banking groups have lobbied against it.
Federal officials have made recent arrests involving offshore companies operating Internet gambling sites. The Internet gambling industry is headquartered almost entirely outside the United States, although many of its customers live in the U.S.
Okay… Uh… This is the first time I’ve heard that the NFL supports the legislation. WTF is that – does anyone have any further details about that connection?