When people think about Arkansas, they picture our mountains, our trails, our music, and our world-class hospitality. Tourism is a cornerstone of our economy, supporting more than 70,000 jobs and sustaining restaurants, hotels, and communities in every corner of the state.
In recent years, one major contributor to that success has been a modern, well-regulated gaming industry that drives visitors, tax revenue, and local investment, all under the rules set by the Arkansas Racing and Gaming Commission.
Arkansas casinos have been true gamechangers for the communities they call home. A stroll through downtown Hot Springs says it all with vibrant hotels, busy restaurants, and visitors arriving from every corner of the world. West Memphis is seeing a fresh wave of energy as visitor traffic and commercial activity continue to rise. In Pine Bluff, more than half a billion dollars in recent investment has been the catalyst for major capital projects, state of the art facilities and significant job growth for the area. The impact is clear: more jobs for Arkansans, more doors opening for entrepreneurs, and more revenue to support schools, infrastructure, and essential city services statewide…