Bill to allow video poker in bars advances in Minnesota

Bill to allow video poker in bars advances in Minnesota (March 15, 2006)

The Minnesota House is considering a bill to authorize video poker, keno and pulltab terminals in bars. The video poker machines are being compared to slot machines. Critics say there is little distinction between the two types of games. The...

Skokomish Tribe to start $4M casino expansion

Skokomish Tribe to start $4M casino expansion (March 15, 2006)

The Skokomish Tribe of Washington will begin work this month on a $4 million casino expansion. The project will connect two existing buildings at the Lucky Dog Casino. The casino will end up with nearly twice as many gaming...

Listening Lounge: Hearing on off-reservation gaming

Listening Lounge: Hearing on off-reservation gaming (March 15, 2006)

The House Resources Committee held a hearing this afternoon on H.R. 4893, a bill to restrict off-reservation gaming. Rep. Richard Pombo (R-California), the chairman of the committee, introduced the bill on March 7. It amends Section 20 of the Indian...