"Presently, out of 566 Federally recognized tribes in the U.S, 233 tribes operate 420 casinos in 28 states. They are empowered by IGRA, the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act, which was passed and ratified by the U.S. Congress in 1989. The profits from gaming are to be utilized for the sole benefit of the tribal nation and their members."
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Sonny Skyhawk: Why do so many tribes operate casinos?
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Ask Sonny Skyhawk: Why do so many tribes operate casinos?
Tuesday, November 8, 2011
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