AGA Leader: Gaming Industry Should Be Included in Any Covid-19 Economic Stimulus

Gaming’s top Washington D.C. lobbyist said Wednesday the industry needs to be included in any economic stimulus endeavors under consideration on Capitol Hill in response to financial uncertainty brought on by the coronavirus outbreak. American Gaming Association CEO Bill Miller said the trade organization has held discussions with representatives from the Centers for Disease Control, the Vice President’s office, congressional leaders, and the Congressional Gaming Caucus as the impact from Covid-19 is hitting the nation’s casino industry. “In these ongoing discussions, we continue to reiterate the need for gaming’s inclusion in any economic stimulus being considered,” Miller said.

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