Wis. Republicans want gaming pacts to expire

FRIDAY, MARCH 7, 2003

Republican lawmakers in Wisconsin are drafting a new bill that would put a time-limit on new tribal casino compacts.

Gov. Jim Doyle (D) has come under fire for approving two agreements with open-ended terms. A member of his administration defended the arrangement, saying they allow for renegotiation after 25 years. But Republicans want them to expire.

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