Mark Warner: “I wish to join in thanking the principal sponsors of the bill--the Senator from Indiana, the Senator from Illinois and…”

“I wish to join in thanking the principal sponsors of the bill--the Senator from Indiana, the Senator from Illinois and the Senator from Alaska and also my distinguished colleague in the House of Representatives, Representative Frank Wolf. I have been working as a team with Frank Wolf. It is essential for America simply to listen and learn about the growth of gambling. Then we can decide for ourselves. States and individuals can decide for themselves. But this bill will start a vital educational process. I am privileged to have been a part of the effort which has succeeded today. We did not get everything we wanted. But we have certainly made a start, and, if necessary, there may be a sequel to this piece of legislation in the future.”