CA AB9

Establishes the Internet Poker Consumer Protection Act of 2015, authorizing California to regulate and license intrastate internet poker games while prohibiting all other forms of internet gambling.

Requires eligible entities (existing card rooms with 3+ years operation or federally recognized tribes) to obtain 10-year operator licenses from the California Gambling Control Commission; licenses automatically renew and are not transferable without approval.

Imposes a $5,000,000 one-time license deposit per operator (credited against 5% quarterly fees on gross gaming revenues) and requires extensive suitability investigations of operators, service providers, marketing affiliates, and employees.

Mandates in-person player registration and initial deposits/large withdrawals at licensed facilities or satellite service centers; requires age verification (21+), location verification within California, and comprehensive data security standards.

Creates the Internet Poker Fund (for regulatory costs) and Unlawful Gambling Enforcement Fund (for law enforcement); authorizes civil penalties up to an unspecified amount for violations and prohibits local jurisdictions from regulating internet poker matters.