The AGA has released the 2012 State of the States survey, which provides national and state-by-state economic impact data, such as gaming revenues, tax contributions, and employment and wage figures for the 22 U.S. commercial casino states operating in 2011. A special section of the report showcases a poll of elected officials and civic leaders in gaming jurisdictions. Download the full report for details.
Dennis Gomes, Sen. William Raggio, Guy Laliberté and Julian Serrano will be honored for their unique contributions to the gaming industry at the 24th annual Gaming Hall of Fame Charity Gala and Induction Ceremony on Tuesday, Oct. 23 in Las Vegas, and all proceeds from the event will benefit the National Center for Responsible Gaming (NCRG). Click here for more information.
The AGA is accepting entries for the 12th annual Gaming Voice Awards. This is your chance to have your marketing, advertising and public relations efforts singled out as one of the industry’s best. Download the Call for Entries today!
As part of its All In for Giving and Volunteering Campaign, the AGA has released a suite of new resources to spotlight industry efforts in the realm of giving and volunteering – original research that provides a snapshot of national industry philanthropy programs and their impact, an infographic with key facts from the study, and a webpage dedicated to the gaming industry’s Volunteer All-stars.
Commercial gaming companies across the country are celebrating National Volunteer Week with community service activities and recognition of the volunteer work their employees do throughout the year. Find out more here.
Don't miss your chance to network with the gaming industry's top women leaders at three Global Gaming Women (GGW) events at three key industry gatherings - Indian Gaming 2012, IMGL Spring Conference and the Southern Gaming Summit. Get more information here.
To support its advocacy efforts in favor of streamlining gaming regulations in jurisdictions nationwide, the AGA has launched a new section of its website. The site includes a wealth of resources on regulatory reform, including links to regulations and charts indicating reform priorities in each state, the AGA’s recent white paper, speeches and presentations and opinion pieces and news articles about regulatory reform.
Review the AGA's 2011 accomplishments and plans for 2012 in its newly-released Annual Report. Download it here.
Beyond the Casino Floor: Economic Impacts of the Commercial Casino Industry is the largest and most comprehensive study of the total impact of the commercial casino industry in nearly 15 years. The report examines the direct, indirect and induced impacts of the industry and its employees nationwide. Visit the Beyond the Casino Floor section of the AGA website for a full copy of the report and additional resources about the impact of the gaming industry.
Frank Fahrnekopf's latest Global Gaming Business magazine op-ed examines the Justice Department's clarification of the Wire Act and what it means for federal online gambling legislation. Check it out here.
Read the AGA statement on the Department of Justice's recent clarification of the scope of the Wire Act.
On November 18, AGA President and CEO Frank Fahrenkopf testified in front of the House Subcommittee on Commerce, Manufacturing and Trade during the hearing entitled “Internet Gaming: Regulating in an Online World.” Read the full text of his testimony here.
At the 23rd annual Gaming Hall of Fame Charity Dinner and Induction Ceremony, members of the gaming industry gathered to honor Sheldon G. Adelson, Blue Man Group, Charlie Palmer and Dr. William Eadington for their unique achievements and contributions to the gaming industry. Click here for more information about the inductees and the event.
Download the AGA's new white paper, Improving Gaming Regulation: 10 Recommendations for Streamlining Processes While Maintaining Integrity.
The AGA has introduced an online poker Code of Conduct, outlining the measures it thinks are necessary to institute an effective regulatory system that will protect American consumers, keep minors from gambling, provide tools to help problem gamblers, and create provisions to help law enforcement identify and prosecute illegal operators. The AGA also introduced a Wild-West-themed YouTube video that makes the case for establishing federal guidelines that would allow states to license and regulate online poker, ensure American consumers are protected and that the jobs and revenues associated with the industry are realized in the U.S. For more information or to view the video, visit the AGA Online Poker Headquarters.
Don't miss your chance to honor some of the gaming's brightest stars. Purchase your tickets today!
The AGA will launch Global Gaming Women (GGW), a new development program to nurture emerging female leaders in the international gaming industry, at Global Gaming Expo (G2E) 2011. To get involved, visit the GGW page on the AGA website or take a look at the press release announcing the initiative.
Check out the AGA's statement on Rep. Joe Barton's recently introduced online poker legislation.
See the statement from AGA President and CEO Frank Fahrenkopf on the passing of Terry Lanni, former chairman and CEO of MGM Mirage.
From public opinion polling to national and state-by-state economic impact data, the AGA's State of the States survey is your best source for information on the U.S. commercial casino industry. Download the report for more information.
Fun fact! With the opening of the Horseshoe Casino in Cleveland, there are now 23 states with commercial casinos in the U.S.
So get ready to go “All In” for Responsible Gaming during #RGEW – July 30-Aug. 3, 2012! Stay tuned for more details.
.@TheNCRG’s HR guidebook will eventually be distributed to casinos, gaming companies & other businesses in casino communities. #RGEW
.@theNCRG’s HR guidebook will answer FAQs about gambling disorders & provide useful resources for employees looking for more info. #RGEW
Winning #RGEW contest entries will be posted to the multimedia section of the AGA’s “All In” webpage
The AGA #RGEW contest will have three categories – essay, poster & video message. More details and deadlines for entry to come.
In conjunction with #RGEW, the AGA is hosting a contest for industry employees to tell us what responsible gaming means to them.
This year’s #RGEW campaign will encourage gaming employees to be responsible gaming resources within their communities.
This year, #RGEW is July 30-Aug 3. The theme this year is “We’re All In for Responsible Gaming.”