Eastern Band increases per capita payments (04/25)

The Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians made $122 million in per capita payments last year, thanks to an increase in profits at the Harrah’s Cherokee Casino and Hotel. The casino is managed by Harrah’s, which...

Maine House approves Passamaquoddy racino (04/25)

The Maine House voted 84-59 on a bill to authorize a racetrack with slot machines for the Passamaquoddy Tribe. The bill faces a veto by Gov. John Baldacci (D). But due to the way it...

Off-reservation casino bill clears vote in Wisconsin (04/25)

A bill to require legislative approval for off-reservation casinos was approved by the Wisconsin Assembly on Tuesday. The Assembly voted 57-37 on the bill. Supporter say lawmakers, in addition to the governor, should have a...

Michigan tribe secures $5M for casino design (04/25)

The Nottawaseppi Huron Band of Potawatomi Indians have secured $5 million for the design and development of a casino in Michigan. IGT, a leading gaming manufacturer, provided the money. It will be used to design...

Texas tribes lobby for restoration of gaming (04/25)

The Alabama-Coushatta Tribe and the Tigua Tribe are pushing lawmakers to approve a bill that would allow Class III gaming. The tribes used to operate Class III casinos until they were shut down by the...