Volunteer group to aid gaming study commission

Gov. Bob Miller has assembled a group of Nevada volunteers to assist the National Gambling Impact Study Commission's effort to gain a comprehensive view of the effects of legal gaming in Nevada. The commission is slated to visit Las Vegas Nov. 10-11.

The Visit Facilitation Committee consists of citizens representing a wide range of expertise and community knowledge, including social services, health care, problem gambling, service organizations, business and finance, gaming and gaming regulation, education, employment, labor and tourism, among other areas.

"It's important that the commission receives information and viewpoints from many sectors of our communities," Miller said. "I'm extremely pleased that so many qualified people wish to participate in helping the commission understand the relationship of Nevada's leading industry and the quality of life in our state. Our goal is to be sure the commission is presented with accurate and fair information."

While the governor said he would welcome additional qualified individuals, to date some 54 citizens have confirmed their participation as committee members who will hold informal meetings in small groups to develop information useful to the commission. Meetings are expected to be under way within two weeks.

The National Gambling Impact Study Commission was formed by Congress and consists of nine members, three each appointed by the House, Senate and president. The commission is in the process of touring several U.S. cities to examine the impact of gaming. Las Vegas is the final site that will be visited by the commission, which will file its findings and recommendations with Congress next year.

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