The Washington State Gambling Commission was criticized by a county prosecutor on the opening day of the Northwest Gaming Law Summit.
King County Prosecutor Norm Maleng said the commission is promoting gaming instead of regulating it. He cited a recent deal negotiated with the Spokane Tribe that would have allowed an off-reservation casino in exchange for a cut of the revenues. "The other 28 tribes would immediately want off-reservation casinos and 7,500 machines, too," Maleng was quoted as saying. The summit continues today. A new bill by Sen. John McCain (R-Arizona) to overhaul the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act will be discussed at a panel. For more information on the summit, visit The Seminar Group website [Link]. Get the Story: