Democrats in Florida say they will block a Class III gaming compact for the Seminole Tribe unless non-Indian facilities get to expand.
The tribe is negotiating a new compact with Gov. Rick Scott (R). Legislative approval is required so opposition from House Democrats could derail a deal. "The fate of the compact is in serious jeopardy if we do not have some bipartisan support. It's a basic principle of math," Rep. Rob Schenck (R), the chairman of the House Select Committee on Gaming, told The News-Service of Florida. Scott has urged lawmakers to hold back on expanding non-Indian gaming until he finalizes a compact. The tribe's existing compact ties revenue sharing to regional exclusivity. Get the Story: