January 2010: State Senator Ray Lesniak introduces bill S 3167.November 2010: Bill S 3167 passes through the Senate.Early 2011: The revised S 3167 bill is passed by the Senate and Assembly.Early 2012: Senator Ray Lesniak introduces bill AB A2578 to authorize online gambling.Here’s a timeline indicating how online casino gaming laws have evolved in the state: It has since reached a consensus that favors NJ bettors, allowing them to wager online. The push to legalize New Jersey online casino platforms began back in 2010. Latest News on Casino Legislation in New Jersey