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July 2006

G2E Looks East with Acquisition of Asian Gaming Expo, Launch of G2E Asia
AGA to Encourage Employees to 'Be Responsible. Get Educated.' During Responsible Gaming Education Week
AGA Announces 2006 Gaming Hall of Fame Inductees
State Roundup
New Features Announced for G2E 2006
AGA Makes Progress on Maritime Security Issues
FinCEN Proposes Changes to Currency Transaction Reporting for Casinos
7th Annual NCRG Conference on Gambling and Addiction Shifts Dates to Coincide with G2E
AGA Joins National Journal Policy Council
Inaugural G2E Institute a Hit with Diverse Industry Professionals
AGA Welcomes Four New Members
Annual Golf Tournament Raises $75,000 for NCRG
Report on Second-Hand Smoke Could Have Implications for Industry
White Paper Examines Internet Gambling

March 2006

G2E Institute Set to Debut This May
Washington Update
Gaming Industry Katrina Relief Fund Raises More Than $700,000 for Gulf Coast Gaming Employees
Storm Story: Toyel Mook
Nielsen Elected to AGA Board
RFID Technology to be Focus of G2E Web-based Seminar
NCRG Celebrates 10th Anniversary with New Board, Renewed Mission
Indoor Air Quality: Will Gaming Get Burned in 2006?
FinCEN Announces New Leadership, Clarifies Rules

November 2005

Washington Update
Gaming Industry Comes Together to Assist Hurricane Victims
G2E Witnesses Across-the-Board Growth
Hall of Fame Dinner Nets Significant Contributions for NCRG
G2E Survey Results Predict Bright Future for Condos and Non-Gaming Amenities
NCRG Conference to Address Science, Practice of Responsible Gaming
AGA Expands Popular Responsible Gaming Initiatives
AGA Embraces Diversity Activities in 2005

August 2005

High Five: G2E Has Big Plans for Fifth Show

August 2005

AGA Launches Responsible Gaming PSA on Travel Channel
Despite Outcome, ASHRAE Vote Yields Future Opportunities
AGA PAC Makes Impact on Capitol Hill
State Issues Roundup
AGA Announces 2005 Gaming Hall of Fame Inductees
Casino Design 2005 A Resounding Success
Industry "Bands Together" During Responsible Gaming Education Week 2005

May 2005

2005 Survey Shows Strong Support for Casinos Among Community Leaders
Report Also Reveals Significant Growth Across Entire Industry
Proposed ADA Rules May Have Serious Implications for Riverboat, Dockside Casino
Washington Update
NCRG Conference to Highlight a Collaborative Approach to Responsible Gaming
Wynn Las Vegas to be Star of Casino Design 2005
AGA Expands Communications Awards Program
Direct Mail, Multi-Format Ad Campaign, Native American-focused Categories Added
Long-Time Consultants Join AGA Staff

January 2005

Board Elects New Chairman, Directors
AGA Celebrates 10 Years With Research Series
Industry Resources: Updated Report, Online Tool for Members Available in 2005
JCM American to Host Seventh Annual Tournament for National Center
New Year, New Look: Conference Advisory Board Reorganized for G2E 2005
Diversity Task Force to Reprioritize Its Efforts
New Congress Brings Leadership Changes
Senate shifts could have significant impact, while House less affected by elections

November 2004

AGA Testifies in Senate on Efforts to Prevent Money Laundering
AGA Member Companies Explain the Odds to Patrons, Employees
New AGA Brochure Satisfies Provision of Code of Conduct
AGA Announces New Individual Membership Plan
Bigger and Better: G2E 2004 Boasts Continued Growth
G2E Survey Results Provide Glimpse at Future of Casino Design
NCRG Conference to Lead Industry to Next Phase of Responsible Gaming Efforts

July 2004

Proposed Rule Could Limit Coast Guard Jurisdiction over Riverboats
Responsible Gaming Education Week to Feature “Countdown to the Code”
New Events Planned for G2E 2004
Diversity Task Force Expands Scope of Initiatives
Last Call to Enter the AGA Communications Awards
Havana Nights Raises More Than $185,000 for NCRG
AGA Develops New Individual Membership Plan

April 2004

2004 State of the States Shows Modest Industry Growth, Continued Public Acceptance
AGA, CBC Meet on Diversity
Production of Odds Brochure Under Way
Publication Will Fulfill Provision in Code of Conduct
NCRG Fund-raising Events Planned for Spring
AGA Communications Awards Call for Entries Opens in May
New AGA Publication Responds to Industry Myths
State Associations Convene in Washington for Information Exchange
Design and Decor Pavilion, Conference Track Debut at G2E 2004

February 2004

Members Elected to AGA Board
Following Snapshot Release, Task Force Focuses on Big Picture
AGA Updates Key Publications
Fresh Ideas Highlight G2E 2004
AGA Progresses with Indoor-Air Quality Efforts
Members Implement Alternative Security Program
AGA Launches Online Resource Guide for Code

December 2003

AGA Takes Aggressive Steps for Indoor Air Quality at Casinos
AGA Announces Responsible Gaming Code of Conduct
Diversity Task Force Charts Course for 2004
Final Future Watch Findings Released
G2E 2003 Exceeds Expectations, Sees Significant Growth
Alternative Security Program Approved by Coast Guard
NCRG Funding Commitments Surpass $12 Million

September 2003

Hall of Fame Event Honors Phil Satre, Tom Jones
Diversity Task Force Kicks Off New Projects with Snapshot, Workshop
Washington Update
AGA "Keeps it Fun" During Responsible Gaming Education Week

July 2003

AGA Releases Fifth Annual Survey of Casino Entertainment
Satre and Jones to be Honored at Hall of Fame Event
New Currency Debuts This Fall
G2E Announces Key Events as Show Nears
AGA to "Keep it Fun" During Responsible Gaming Education Week
Missouri Riverboat Gaming Association Hits the Highways to Highlight Benefits of Gaming
JCM Golf Tournament Raises Record Amount for NCRG
Diversity Projects Advance: 2002 Data Collection Complete
Maritime Task Force Works with Members on Alternative Program
IAGA Works to Develop Standard Disclosure Procedures
Industry Proves an Effective Force at ASHRAE Forum

May 2003

Hospitality Industry Joins Forces to Clear the Air on Ventilation Standards
G2E Conference, Show Floor Taking Shape
AGA, JCM Putting in More Dollars for Gambling Research
New Twist on an Old Favorite
AGA Dinner Heads East
Harvard's LaBrie Suggests Science as a Tool for Gambling Regulation
AGA, Treasury Collaborate on Anti-Money-Laundering Measures
Industry Negotiates New Gaming Tip Compliance Agreement
Nevada Senators Jump-Start Stalled Process

February 2003

AGA Issues Guidelines, Requests Training for Implementation of SAR Rule
Federal Rule Takes Effect Next Month
108th Congress Brings New Members from Gaming States
Diversity Task Force Spearheads New Strategic Plan for 2003
G2E: Popularity, Success Grow Heading into 2003
George Will Announced as Opening Day Keynote Speaker
More Links for the Cause: NCRG Fund-raiser to Include Golf Event in Atlantic City
AGA Gears Up for 2003 Responsible Gaming Lecture Series
AGA Publications: 2003 Update

November 2002

Suspicious Activity Reporting: Finally, Federal SAR Rules
AGA to Provide Members with Implementation Guidelines
Putting Industry Resources to Work
An Update on the AGA's Gaming Legislative Impact Program
Suppliers Capitalize on Casino Opportunity
AGA Web site Receives Top Grade From Leading Web Newsletter
Working Together: MGM MIRAGE Employees Have A "Voice" in New Charity Program

July 2002

G2E Announces Featured Speakers
Merv Griffin to Be Inducted into the Gaming Hall of Fame
Gladys Knight to Perform at Charity Event
Casino Industry Rises to Charity Challenge
AGA Launches Responsible Gaming Lecture Series
New Currency to Debut in Fall 2003
New Staff at the AGA
Gaming Companies Sign Up for First Opportunity Expo at G2E
Responsible Gaming Quiz Puts Knowledge to the Test
How much do you really know about pathological gambling?
Working Together: Ameristar Vicksburg Extends Southern Hospitality through Charitable Involvement

May 2002

Update on the 2002 Global Gaming Expo (G2E)
Internet Legislation Progresses in the House
AGA Finalizes Responsible Gaming Lecture Series
Launch Set for June in Missouri
Understanding the Industry: AGA Launches Gaming Legislative Impact Program
AGA Compiles Booklet of Responsible Gaming Statutes, Regulations
Survey Shows Overall Industry Growth Despite Tourism Hit in 2001
Public Opinions on Gambling Remain Constant But Reveal Future Trends
Working Together: Park Place Provides Support for West Las Vegas Economic Center
Industry Up to Challenge for Casino Charity Event

February 2002

Update on the 2002 Global Gaming Expo (G2E)
G2E 2002 Taking Shape
Survey Set for Spring Release
Gaming Industry Plans Weeklong Charity Event
Working Together: Industry Taxes Aid Veterans in Missouri
GEL Offers Members 24/7 Access to Studies
AGA Plans to Launch Responsible Gaming Lecture Series

December 2001

Quality and Quantity a Hallmark of G2E 2001
Wartime Congress Reexamines Priorities
Sports Gambling and Internet Prohibition Legislation Remain Prominent Issues for 2002
FinCEN Moves Forward with SAR Expansion Efforts
By Bob Faiss, a gaming attorney with Lionel, Sawyer & Collins in Las Vegas
New Federal Law Addresses Money Laundering
AGA Member Companies, Executives Recognized at First Annual AGA Communications Awards Program
Corporate Financial Updates Timely in Wake of Market's Terror Tumble
First-ever Bear Stearns - Goldman Sachs Program a Success
AGA Awards Dinner Raises $175,000 for NCRG
AGA Task Force Releases Employee Diversity Report
AGA Expands Responsible Gaming Campaign
AGA Year in Review
Station Casinos, Inc. Takes a "Smart Start" to a Higher Level
NCRG Approves New Initiatives for 2002
Wayne Newton to Serve as USO Chairman

October 2001

Working Together
Fourth Annual Responsible Gaming Education Week Mobilizes Industry Nationwide
AGA Releases 2001 State of the States Survey
Corporate Financial Updates Timely in Wake of Market's Terror Tumble
First-ever Bear Stearns - Goldman Sachs Program a Success

June 2001

AGA Working to Expand Caps For Kids Network
Launch of ACE Generates Grass-Roots Customer Support
Thousands of People Join to Give Voice to Casino Customers
Betting Ban Bill Nearly Defeated in Committee
Witnesses Expose Flaws of Legislation
AGA Elects New Board Members
FTC, NAD Host Ad Disclosure Workshop
Excitement Builds as G2E Debut Nears
AGA Produces First Annual Report
Industry Golf Tournament Raises Money to Support Gambling Research

March 2001

AGA Forms Grass-Roots Group to Protect Freedoms
Industry Panel Focuses on Importance of Diversity
Diversity Task Force to Hold Workshop in March
Support for G2E Grows as Event Nears its Debut

December 2000

Global Gaming Expo Continues Successful Marketing, Sales Drive
G2E Nearly Sold Out 10 Months Before Debut
Members, Officials Elected to AGA Board
AGA Forms Task Force to Promote Diversity

October 2000

AGA Releases Second Annual Survey of Casino Entertainment
AGA Achievements (1995-2000)

September 2000

American Gaming Association Announces Plan to Host Industry Trade Show
Global Gaming Expo to be a Trade Show by the Industry, for the Industry

June 2000

New Government Study Bolsters Gaming Industry
Gaming Industry Tees Off in Support of Problem Gambling Research
Sports Betting Bill A Concern for All States

March 2000

Gaming Industry Honored for Charitable Contributions
Industry is First to be Recognized by Local United Way Groups
Bill Introduced to Ban Legal Betting on Amateur Athletics
AGA Responds to Unsubstantiated Claims by NCAA

December 1999

Industry Demonstrates Leadership in Minority Hiring
Meeting with Black Caucus Highlights Opportunities At All Levels

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