Comanche Nation to distribute first per capita

Thursday, January 19, 2006  

The Comanche Nation of Oklahoma is distributing the first-ever per capita payments from the tribe's gaming enterprise.

Each of the more than 8,000 adult tribal members will receive an annual check for $1,035.58. Juveniles will have their share placed in a trust fund until they turn 18.

The total amount being distributed is $14 million, which represents 40 percent of gaming profits.

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Comanches to receive annual funds (The Oklahoman 1/19)
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