On October 13, 2006, President Bush officially signed into law the SAFE Port Act, a bill aimed at enhancing security at U.S. ports. Attached to the Safe Port Act was a provision known as the Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act of 2006 (UIGEA).

Yes, online poker is legal in the United States, albeit only in certain states. As of early 2024, only six states have legalized online poker  Nevada, Delaware, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and Michigan.