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MAY 29, 2001

Sales of gasoline at gas stations on tribal land in New Mexico are less than 10 percent of the state's total but taxation officials say the lost revenue is hurting their coffers.

In the year ending June 30, 2000, tribal gas stations sold 73 million gallons. This year, it could reach 100 million gallons, representing $13 million from the state's road fund, which is used for maintenance and repair.

Various states have enacted tax legislation or compacts to share revenues with tribes.

In general, tribes are supposed to collect state tax on sales to non-Indians but collection is varied is not always enforceable.

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