Florida Gov. Charlie Crist (R) expects to finalize a Class III gaming compact with the Seminole Tribe by August 31, a member of the negotiating team said.
The Florida Legislature passed a bill to authorize negotiations. But a lawyer for the tribe has raised concerns about revenue sharing, exclusivity and limits on table games.
Despite the concerns, a lawyer for Crist believes the tribe will come to the table. "The tribe is extremely professional and I believe they will work in good faith to get something done, as opposed to failing to reach an agreement," George LeMieux, who is part of the negotiating team, told The Miami Herald.
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Gov. Charlie Crist resumes gambling talks with Seminoles
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