The disparity between the Kickapoo on one hand and the two other Texas tribes has been the subject of discussion for years. Yet, nothing was ever really done to confront it and provide all tribes an equal opportunity to develop gaming.

The National Labor Relations Board has slowly asserted jurisdiction over tribal gaming facilities across Indian Country.

So far, seven people have been punished in connection with a casino expansion project in which the tribe was bilked out of $8.5 million.

Consideration of the Keep the Promise Act comes as the Congressional Budget Office warns that the federal government could be on the hook for $1 billion or more if the tribe wins a case in court.

The tribe has anywhere from three to seven members -- two are siblings who are locked in a bitter rivalry.