[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 149 (Tuesday, September 17, 2019)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1155]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]





    RECOGNIZING SEPTEMBER 15 THROUGH 21, 2019 AS RESPONSIBLE GAMING 
                             EDUCATION WEEK

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                            HON. DINA TITUS

                               of nevada

                    in the house of representatives

                      Tuesday, September 17, 2019

  Ms. TITUS. Madam Speaker, I rise to recognize this week as 
Responsible Gaming Education Week.
   In 1998, the American Gaming Association established Responsible 
Gaming Education Week to promote responsible gaming nationwide and to 
educate employees and customers on the subject.
   I am proud to represent Las Vegas, the gold standard when it comes 
to gaming and gaming regulation. Gaming generates jobs for 1.8 million 
Americans, providing $74 billion in wages, benefits, and tips. The U.S. 
casino industry at large generates more than $40 billion in federal, 
state, and local taxes, supporting a range of needed services like 
hospitals, schools, transportation routes, and public safety.
   The gaming industry goes to great lengths to make sure employees are 
trained in best practices for recognizing and dealing with problem 
gaming and patrons are aware of options for help if they need it. The 
industry contributes hundreds of millions of dollars each year toward 
research and treatment of problem gambling as well as awareness and 
other training programs. In short, responsible gaming has become an 
integral part of their daily operations.
   I am proud to support the goals and ideals of Responsible Gaming 
Education Week which brings together the gaming industry, advocacy 
groups, regulators, and other key stakeholders to promote transparency 
and gaming literacy. I commend the industry for its work on the issue 
and the education provided to promote responsible play and awareness of 
gaming disorders.
   I also applaud the employees of the gaming industry for the work 
they do every day educating patrons about the issue. Las Vegas is a 
better community and tourism destination for it.

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