“A knowledgeable source” has tipped off GamePolitics about the video game industry’s first state-level lobbying day, held in Sacramento, CA.  About 150 people (legislators, and their staffs and families) attended the ESA-hosted event, playing games such as DDR and Rockstar’s Table Tennis, an example of the San Diego-based publisher’s more mainstream work.  An ESA representative confirmed the event, and explained that it was an opportunity for ESA President Doug Lowenstein and “member company representatives” to spend the day meeting with the legislators, followed by a reception where “they could play video games and learn more about the industry and our products.”

The ESA representative also mentioned plans for future state-level lobbying events, though none are currently scheduled.