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Tuesday, November 18, 2003

The Supreme Court on Monday refused to the state of New York's appeal in a gaming compact case.

Gambling opponents won a decision in New York Supreme Court saying that the governor cannot enter into an agreement without legislative approval. The state challenged this decision, saying that it shouldn't be allowed because o tribal sovereign immunity.

The compact was with the St. Regis / Akwesasne Mohawk Tribe, which did not participate in the lawsuit. The gambling opponents now say they will press arguments that gaming is illegal in the state.

Get the Story:
Supreme Court: Pataki can't appeal anti-gambling ruling (The Saratogian 11/18)
Supreme Court refuses to hear Indian gambling case (AP 11/17)

Relevant Documents:
Docket Sheet: Pataki v. Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce (U.S. Supreme Court)

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