OFFICIAL STATEMENT OF THE MISSOURI GAMING ASSOCIATION
The Missouri Gaming Association applauds Attorney General Hanaway for her steadfast action to “enforce the law and protect our neighborhoods in every county” by “dismantling illegal gaming operations, ensuring they have no place in our communities.”
Missouri citizens, the federal court, law enforcement, municipalities across the state and numerous business associations have all given a resounding “no” to illegal Video Slot Machines.
The negative impact of these illegal devices has become crystal clear over the years as they proliferated unchecked. Legislators pushing to allow their continued illegal operation are seeking to protect the profits of a few when their obligation is to serve the best interests and will of constituents.
Attorney General Hanaway is making the right move by charging those who ignore the law. It is time to put a stop to illegal Video Slot Machines once and for all.
ABOUT THE MISSOURI GAMING ASSOCIATION
The Missouri Gaming Association (MGA) is the statewide trade association of the Missouri casino entertainment industry. Founded in 1993, the Missouri Gaming Association works to promote responsible gaming and increase awareness of the economic benefits of casinos in Missouri. The MGA and its casino company members sponsor year-round responsible gaming programs including the 1-888-BETSOFF crisis line and referral service, Project 21 scholarship competition, and Responsible Gaming Education Month. For more information, visit www.missouricasinos.org.