The Seneca Nation of New York is appealing a notice of violation issued by the National Indian Gaming Commission.
The tribe says the Buffalo
Creek Casino in Buffalo will remain open while the appeal is pursued. At issue is whether the gaming site qualifies for gaming under the Indian
Gaming Regulatory Act.
The tribe purchased the Buffalo site in 2005 with funds authorized by an act of
Congress. Though IGRA bars gaming on lands acquired after 1988, it allows
exceptions -- one exception applies to land acquired through a settlement.
In a July 8 ruling, Judge William M. Skretny said the tribe failed to qualify for the
land claim exception. He reaffirmed his decision on August 26 and told the NIGC to come into compliance with his ruling.
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Seneca Nation files notice of appeal (WIVB 9/4)
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