The tribe gained federal recognition in October 2010 and wants to open as many as three casinos. Cuomo said he won't talk to the tribe until voters consider a referendum to expand non-Indian gaming in the state.
The earlier a vote could occur is fall 2013, Southampton Patch reported. Get the Story:Thiele Tells Cuomo to Engage in Shinnecock Casino Talks (Southampton Patch 6/11) Related Stories:
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