Legislation creating a Garden State Growth Zone (S2307) sponsored by Senate President Steve Sweeney, Senators Chris Brown and Jeff Van Van Drew and an identical bill (A3676), sponsored by Assemblymen Mazzeo, Armato, and Giblin, originally...
The Greater Atlantic City Chamber has long been supportive of sports betting in Atlantic City. On September 26, 2011, President Joe Kelly testified in favor of sports betting before the State Senate. He stated, “We believe that legalized sports betting can be...
The Greater Atlantic City Chamber, along with other business and environmental organizations, has consistently opposed any kind of offshore oil exploration. As a region that relies heavily on the condition of its beaches and waterways for its lifeblood as a tourism...
In July of 2017 (NJ Lottery Press Release), New Jersey Lottery launched a keno-style game to be placed in hundreds of locations across the state. The game, Quick Draw, is made available to bars, restaurants, bowling alleys, and other public spaces where people gather...
Last week, Assembly Candidate Vince Sera was the guest speaker at the Advocacy Committee Chamber meeting. He talked about his prior experience as a legislative aide and his current role as a Brigantine council person. Sera also discussed the key issues facing our area...
While the “No North Jersey Casinos Coalition” proved successful back in November, there continues to be discussion on expanded gaming, particularly in North Jersey. On Monday, 8/7/17, The Greater Atlantic City Chamber was asked to sign a formal letter...