The draft Responsible Gaming Framework issued by the Massachusetts Gaming Commission has prompted players' body the American Gaming Association to respond with their concerns.
AGA Responds to New Gambling Proposals
President and CEO of the American Gaming Association Geoff Freeman has responded to the recent proposed draft 'Responsible Gaming Framework' from the Massachusetts Gaming Commission. His comments criticise the Commission for not adopting some of the best practices that are currently in use.
"The Massachusetts Gaming Commission draft recommendations seem to value anecdote and inclination over proven science," said Freeman. "Not only are these proposals unlikely to aid vulnerable populations, they are likely to negatively impact the playing experience of the more than 97 percent of the Americans that gamble responsibly. We hope to have the opportunity to work with the Commission to meet our shared goal of protecting those in need."
About the American Gaming Association
The AGA operates across the USA, and acts as a trade association for casino and gambling businesses that provide an estimated 332,000 jobs in the country. Their aim is to promote the industry in a positive way and protect their members interests, keeping this $37 billion a year concern in a healthy state.
About the Massachusetts Gaming Commission
Set up following the 2011 signing of the Expanded Gaming Act, the declared mission of the Massachusetts Gaming Commission is 'to create a fair, transparent, and participatory process for implementing the expanded gaming law.' With five full time commissioner's, their job is to oversee the regulations that could see 8 - 10,000 jobs across the state and $300 - 500 million in extra revenue each year. Local laws permit the licensing of three resort developments in different locations across the state of Massachusetts, plus a single dedicated slots facility.
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