A press conference is being held this morning to discuss H.R.2938, the Gila Bend Indian Reservation Lands Replacement Clarification Act.
The bill bars the
Tohono O'odham Nation of
Arizona from opening a casino on land acquired in connection with the Gila Bend Indian Reservation Lands Replacement Act of 1986.
It was introduced yesterday by Rep. Trent Franks
(R-Arizona) and it has four co-sponsors -- all Republicans.
Franks will discuss the bill today along with Glendale Mayor Elaine Scruggs, who opposes the tribe's proposal for the West Valley
Resort.
Diane Enos, the president of the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community, will also speak at the press conference.
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Congressman Franks, Mayor Scruggs, tribal reps hold press conference
(The Glendale Star 9/15)
Lawmakers introduce bill to derail Glendale casino
(ABC15 9/15)
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NIGC disapproves Tohono O'odham Nation
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