Political, Regulatory and Gaming Heavyweights to

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NEW ORLEANS: The impact of the 2024 elections and a look ahead to 2025 in politics and gaming will headline the National Council of Legislators from Gaming States (NCLGS) Winter Meeting, December 12-15 at Caesars New Orleans.

A panel of political, gaming and regulatory experts will discuss the recently past November elections and look ahead to 2025. This unique session will be co-chaired by Delegate Shawn Fluharty of West Virginia, NCLGS President, and Senator Jason Barrett of West Virginia, NCLGS Secretary. Presenters will include:


  • Haley Barbour, former Governor of Mississippi
  • Jim Kitchens, PhD., The Kitchens Group Public Opinion Research
  • Bill Miller, CEO, American Gaming Association
  • Dave Rebuck, former Director, New Jersey Department of Gaming Enforcement


“This group of heavy hitters will provide a lively and interesting discussion for NCLGS attendees,” Fluharty said. “They come from a variety of backgrounds and perspectives. The best from political polling to the industry to regulation. We’re especially glad to have Haley Barbour join us. He not only was governor of Mississippi, but he served as White House Political Director under President Reagan and spent four years as chairman of the Republican National Committee in the 1990s. He’s a high-powered lobbyist in Washington, D.C., so he’ll bring an interesting perspective to our conversation. I know our attendees will love the discussion and predictions for 2025.”


NCLGS, founded more than a quarter-century ago, is the only organization of state lawmakers that meets on a regular basis to discuss issues related to gaming. NCLGS neither promotes nor opposes gaming but is focused on proper regulation and promoting best practices in the governance of this important industry.


To view the full agenda and to register click here. Additionally, a group room block is available at Caesars New Orleans Hotel until November 10; attendees are strongly encouraged to book early to secure their accommodation as space is limited and sells out fast.


For sponsorship information or renewals, contact Josh Faber or Allison McCoy.


Legislators and others seeking NCLGS membership information should contact Wayne Marlin.

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NCLGS Meetings are proudly produced and organized by Spectrum Gaming Group which serves as NCLGS Executive Director.



NCLGS is the only organization of state lawmakers that meets on a regular basis to discuss issues relating to gaming. Members of NCLGS serve as chairpersons or members of state legislative committees responsible for the regulation of gaming in their state legislative houses. NCLGS does not promote or oppose gaming but is primarily concerned with the regulation and economic and social impacts of the industry. The NCLGS Foundation is the educational and research arm of NCLGS. The 501(c)(3) non-profit is a source of non-partisan data on issues of gaming legislation and regulation. Learn more about NCLGS at https://www.nclgs.org/.

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