Nevada Gaming Control Board chair to depart
A.G Burnett to take up a post with local law firm McDonald Carano after seven years in the role
Nevada Gaming Control Board chairman A.G. Burnett will step down from his post next week, the state’s governor’s office has announced.
Burnett will be leaving a year before his term is due to expire, in part to take up a role at law firm McDonald Carano.
He also told The Nevada Independent he wanted to give his wife a break and felt like he had achieved all his goals with the NGCB.
Burnett was originally appointed chairman by Governor Brian Sandoval back in October 2012.
In a statement, Sandoval called Burnett a “fair and thoughtful regulator” who balanced acting as the “top gaming watchdog” with allowing the industry flexibility to innovate.
“He was respected by both his peers and the industry he served and I know that he will look back on his career in public service with pride,” Sandoval said. “I would like to thank A.G. for his service to our state and wish him all the best as he begins a new chapter at McDonald Carano.”
A replacement will be named at a later date.
“It has been an honor to serve as chairman of the Gaming Control Board and I would like to thank Governor Sandoval for his constant support and faith in my ability,” said Burnett.
“During my tenure, the Gaming Control Board has handled unprecedented regulatory challenges, effected numerous regulatory and statutory changes to accommodate shifts in technology, and addressed issues such as internet gaming, nightclub regulation and policy regarding cannabis in connection with gaming.
“I am proud of the work we have done, what we have accomplished and would like to express my gratitude to the Control Board staff for their tireless work on behalf of our state.”