America has been known for sometime now for its dislike of smoking and smokers. It has recently been announced that a second Vegas strip casino is being sued for second hand smoke. As a result, casinos now conform to US law and do not allow smoking as of the 1st of October.

However, many gamblers find the idea of placing their bets and not being able to smoke is horrific! It’s not really that surprising when considering how much money people spend and how far they push their nerves.

It is obvious that a smoker would always want to fall back on their trusty nicotine fix while the cards are dealt or the wheels are spinning! This recent ban has stopped all this, but it would seem that smokers are fighting back and with the added bonus of support from certain casinos.

The Crow Indian Reservation has found itself in a unique position. As Indian reservations are considered sovereign governments and separate from US state laws, they do not need to comply with this new smoking ban. This could be good news for all reservations casinos in the USA. With the current economic climate as it is, casinos on the main strips appear to be struggling and this may have a knock on effect as the gambler and habitual smoker cannot seem to do one without the other.

A casino guest has said “You’d go mad playing these machines if you couldn’t have a cigarette, if I’m playing, I’m smoking. It’s easier on the nerves.”

It is highly unlikely that the tribal governments on these reservations will opt to follow the US legislation on this one; there is just too much opportunity to increase their casino popularity by allowing smoking!

Of course, there is always going to be a way to overcome the smoking ban. You can enjoy a game in comfort from your own home. There are no chances of rules and regulations ruining your game. There are plenty of rakeback deals currently available, including Party Poker Rakeback and PKR Poker Rakeback. The list is endless so if you feel like having a beer and a smoke, then go right ahead and enjoy yourself!