Bush asked to oppose tribal land bill

Bush asked to oppose tribal land bill

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 25, 2002

Governor Bill Graves (R) of Kansas has written President Bush to seek support in opposition a bill to settle a tribal land claim.

Graves opposes a bill by Rep. Dennis Moore (D-Kan.) to settle the Wyandotte Nation's claim to 2,000 acres. The deal would pave the way for a casino.

Graves and four of the state's tribes oppose the casino. The Wyandotte Nation is currently based in Oklahoma.

Get the Story:
Graves seeks Bush's help in killing Indian casino measure (The Kansas City Star 10/25)

Relevant Links:
The Wyandotte Nation of Oklahama - http://www.wyandot.org/oklahoma

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