So far, seven groups have submitted applications -- including a non-refundable $400,000 fee -- to compete for a casino in Massachusetts.
H.3702, the state's gaming law, authorizes three casinos in different regions of the state plus one slot machine parlor.
The deadline to submit applications to the Massachusetts Gaming
Commission is 5pm today.
Bidders for the western Massachusetts casino include the Mohegan Tribe of
Connecticut and the
Seminole Tribe of Florida, through
its Hard Rock
International.
The southeastern Massachusetts casino is not yet open for bidding because the law gives the first shot to "a federally recognized tribe."
The Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe anticipates gaining approval for the casino.
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