California tribes debate 'reservation shopping'

Thursday, January 27, 2005  

Two California tribes are taking steps to prevent others from opening casinos off existing reservations.

The Pechanga Band of Luiseño Indians, which operates a casino on its reservation, is opposing a Bay Area casino sought by the Lytton Band of Pomo Indians. The Lytton Band obtained the land through a Congressional rider and didn't go through a lengthy federal and state review process.

Also, the San Manuel Band of Mission Indians is drafting legislation to curtail "reservation shopping," said its chairman. The tribe is holding a meeting on Friday to discuss the trend among California tribes.

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