The Yakama Nation of Washington has been issued a notice of violation (NOV) by the National Indian Gaming Commission.
In December 2008, the tribe distributed more than $20 million in casino revenues to its members.
The one-time payment of $2,000 was described as an economic "stimulus" benefit.
But federal approval for the plan didn't come until February 2009, the NIGC said. Furthermore, distribution of the money was not a "legitimate" use of gaming revenues, according to the NOV.
The tribe faces up to $25,000 per day in fines for violating the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act.
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Legends Casino faces fines over $20.4M payout to tribe members
(The Yakima Herald-Republic 9/5)
Relevant Documents:
Notice of Violation |
Press Release
NIGC
Yakama Nation faces fines over casino payouts
Monday, September 7, 2009
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