Bill introduced to ratify North Fork off-reservation gaming pact

Thursday, April 11, 2013  

A bill was introduce to ratify a Class III gaming compact between the North Fork Rancheria of Mono Indians and the state of California.

The tribe received federal and state approval to open an off-reservation casino. The 350-acre gaming site has been placed in trust by the Bureau of Indian Affairs.

Ratification of the compact at the state level would put the tribe closer to its goal. The BIA will also be required to review the agreement.

Litigation from rival tribes and casino opponents, however, could delay the process.

Get the Story:
Bill introduced to proceed with Mono casino (The Sierra Star 4/10)

Federal Register Notice:
Land Acquisitions; North Fork Rancheria of Mono Indians of California (December 3, 2012)

Elaine Fink: North Fork Rancheria connected to gaming site (04/04)