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“Casino executives of Indian Country urged caution to tribes eager to embrace the new amenity – as adoption will inevitably involve negotiation with state authorities regarding the terms of (frequently exclusive) tribal gaming compacts.”

“‘Grand Casino has taken great strides to support their employees’ mental health.'”

“This year, as usual, there is much to be grateful for in Indian Country, and much to mourn.”

“Pennsylvania has chosen to ignore the proven taxation and regulation of online gaming and sports betting, installing fees and tax rates that—almost—scared off potential participants…The Keystone State will now become the poster child for doing it your own way, a valuable tool for jurisdictions going forward.”

“Here are the members set to join the transition board…Chief Executive Melanie Benjamin, Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe…President Shelley Buck, Prairie Island Indian Community…”

“Garofalo said nothing is going to happen if there’s discord on the issue. ‘Without consensus, we’re not going to be able to pass a bill,’ he said, but he added that he feels ‘optimistic’ about his chances. Garofalo won’t push a bill that the tribal casinos are opposed to.”

“The upper Midwest is a hub of tribal gaming activity. Michigan, Minnesota and Wisconsin tribal casinos combined generated nearly $1.5 billion in state, local and federal taxes and revenue share payments, supported nearly 78,000 jobs, and added $10.2 billion to the states’ economies.”

“The initiative features a dozen programs…The initiative also coincides with the larger PBS premiere of the new series ‘Native America,’ which began in late October.”

“‘For us, this is more than just a rock. … It tells our creation story,’ said Shelley Buck, president of the Prairie Island Indian Community.”

“‘Whatever is good in this state, we’re at the bottom of the list, and whatever is bad in this state, we’re at the top of the list.'”