Gaming chairman foresees rebound
Tuesday, Oct. 2, 2001 | 10:41 a.m.
CARSON CITY -- Peter C. Bernhard, appointed as chairman of the Nevada Gaming Commission on Monday, says he's confident the casino industry will rebound from the downturn in the national economy since the terrorist attacks.
Bernhard, a Las Vegas attorney, was named by Gov. Kenny Guinn to succeed Brian Sandoval, who resigned two months ago to consider running for attorney general.
Bernhard, who will earn $55,000 as commission chairman, has been chairman of the state Ethics Commission, a post he will resign.
"During these unusual and trying times, the gaming industry has felt the repercussions from recent events," said Bernhard, who intends to chair his first meeting Oct. 18 in Carson City.
"I am confident that Nevada will rebound quickly through the efforts of the tourist industry, its dedicated employees and the visitors and investors who look to Nevada for stability and leadership in the gaming industry."
He said he plans to meet immediately with other commissioners and members of the state Gaming Control Board for briefings.
Guinn, in announcing the appointment, said "Given the new era and challenging issues facing the state's largest industry, I have every confidence Peter will continue the strong leadership this commission has displayed over many decades. Peter has built a reputation as a bright, fair-minded and judicious person and I know he will serve the Gaming Commission well."
The commission is faced with developing regulations to allow the casino industry to get involved in Internet gambling, if federal roadblocks are removed. The board also will set rules for big hotel-casinos to set aside private salons for high rollers, as allowed in the 2001 Legislature.
In addition, there is still the possibility that Congress might resurrect an effort to bar Nevada casinos from taking bets on college games.
Bernhard is currently a partner in the law firm of Bernhard & Leslie in Las Vegas and has more than 20 years experience in practicing law. A Nevada resident since 1952, Bernhard is a graduate of Harvard University and George Washington Law School.
Bernhard's name had been circulating for several weeks, along with that of Las Vegas lawyer John Bailey.
Bernhard's wider experience was the deciding factor, a source told the Sun.
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