The Narragansett Tribe's proposed casino is headed to the November ballot after the Senate approved the constitutional amendment on Thursday.

The tribe and partner Harrah's Entertainment want to open a large facility in the town of West Warwick. Local officials support the plan but Gov. Donald Carcieri (R) is a major opponent.

Voters previously rejected a Narragansett casino in 1994. The tribe needs to amend the state constitution to authorize more gaming.

The tribe is barred from going through the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act. A rider was placed in the law after the tribe won a court case that would have authorized gaming on its lands.

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Harrah's has field to itself (The Providence Journal 6/2)
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West Warwick casino heads to the ballot (The Woonsocket Call 6/2)
Council to prep for talks with Harrah's (The Providence Journal 6/2)
Narragansett Casino In Hands Of R.I. Voters (The New London Day 6/2)
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