Page 3 - Mississippi/Louisiana Gaming News - Winter, 2021

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AGA CEO Miller
optmistic for
gaming in 2021
WASHINGTON — American Gaming Association President and CEO Bill Miller delivered remarks
in an address on Jan. 28 on the future of gaming’s recovery, policy developments for gaming and AGA’s priorities for 2021.
Miller cited vaccine distribution, responsible reopening, and consumer con dence as reasons for optimism this year, “There’s huge pent-up demand for gaming — and I’m upbeat about the second half of the year in particular. As vaccines roll out, people will be excited to travel, hungry for entertainment, and desperate to get out and have fun again. That’s an environment where gaming will thrive.”
AGA research shows one-in- three American adults plan to visit a casino in 2021. Eighty percent of future casino visitors agree the industry has done a good job at safely reopening.
Miller emphasized that the AGA’s singular agenda in 2021 is accelerating the gaming industry’s recovery, highlighting four areas of focus:
• Securing additional COVID-19 economic relief for the industry through temporary liability protections, investment in travel and tourism, supportive tax policy, and additional tribal relief.
• Developing gaming champions on Capitol Hill and in the Biden administration.
• Blocking harmful policies
and advance speci c reforms to enhance industry competitiveness.
• Using proprietary research and strategic communication efforts
to ensure the gaming industry is heard.
“We come into 2021 with a strong foundation, a clear focus, record levels of support among Americans, and a loyal customer base that wants the excitement only gaming can deliver,” concluded Miller.
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COVER STORY 8 Feeding The
Needy
Casinos don’t slow down with donations — especially when they are needed the most.
FEATURES
4 Guest Editorial
Webster Franklin, CEO, Tunica Convention & Visaitors Bureau.
6 Happy Anniversary
1st Jackpot celebrates 25th, Scarlet Pearl Casino Resort marks fth.
10 Moving Ahead
Raziano promoted to regional VP; others promoted across the state.
13 Added Attractions
New restaurant opens at Pearl River Resort.
14 Holiday Excitement Casinos have fun and
games for employees, show appreciation for hard work.
15 Top Stories Mississippi’s 2020 gaming highlights shared.
WINTER 2021
16 People In The News
Golden Nugget honors best of the year.
18 Contributions & Donations Helping others in oh-so many ways.
On the Cover
(Clockwise from top left) Horseshoe Casino Tunica, Hard Rock Biloxi, Waterview Casino Hotel Vicksburg and Hollywood Casino Tunica.
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