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Why Nevada Doesn’t Have the Powerball

Associations Now

A combination of resort-industry opposition and lack of legislative momentum has kept Nevada, a state known for its legalized gambling, out of the lottery for decades. If Nevada residents want to take part in the Powerball—not an uncommon desire, considering the record jackpots of late —they have to cross the state border.

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Growth and expansion: CAI chapters adopt new programs and services

Ungrated

Chapters provide volunteer opportunities to approximately 3,000 members serving on more than 350 committees nationally and around the globe. CAI chapters supported 37 state legislative action committees. Many chapters reported an increase in sponsorship sales and registration fees leading to pre-pandemic revenue streams.

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Las Vegas, Other Resort Cities Bear Brunt of Federal Travel Cuts

Associations Now

A follow-up investigation uncovered more wasteful spending by the Department of Veterans Affairs and the Internal Revenue Service on conferences held in Orlando, Florida, and Anaheim, California, which eventually led to restrictions on federal travel and conference spending. 1880) remains in committee.

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New Fronts in Soda Wars Keep Beverage Association Busy

Associations Now

The California-Nevada Soft Drink Association, which opposes the Sugar-Sweetened Beverages Safety Warning Act, told the Los Angeles Times that the labels would “do nothing to change personal behaviors or teach people about healthy lifestyles.”