With Missouri playing an important role in the 2016 presidential election, the state’s casinos today delivered a clear message to Republicans and Democrats alike: look no further than the gaming industry for examples of consistent job creation and robust economic development. The American Gaming Association (AGA) today convened a roundtable forum at Pinnacle’s River City […]

Heading into its 25th year, gaming in Mississippi is a proven partner for the state, especially on the Gulf Coast. In the latest of our Get to Know Gaming events that bring together the gaming community in markets across the country, AGA organized a robust roundtable event in Biloxi. – Biloxi, Mississippi IP Casino   […]

The AGA will host a major law enforcement summit in its Washington, D.C. office to examine sports betting and further strengthen the partnership between the gaming industry and the law enforcement community. For more information, contact Brian Cohen, director of strategic alliances. 

The DePaul Law Review’s 26th Annual Symposium will focus on Daily Fantasy Sports (DFS) and Sports Gambling.  Speakers will address a variety of developments related to DFS, including their legality, the potential effect on the economy, and recent developments in Illinois and New York, where the states’ Attorneys General declared Daily Fantasy Sports to be illgeal gambling. Speakers will also […]

The Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act (PASPA) bans betting on sporting events except in a handful of states. Nonetheless, researchers estimate that Americans illegally wager billions on mega-events like the Superbowl and NCAA Division 1 Men’s Basketball Tournament. The AGA Sports Betting Task Force engages in information sharing, research and discussions to help identify […]