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MI SR0029
Resolution
AI Summary
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Opposes off-reservation Class III gaming (including slot machines) by federally recognized Indian tribes in Michigan that does not conform to approved gaming compacts between tribes, the state, and the U.S. Department of the Interior.
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Affirms that all existing gaming compacts limit tribal gaming to reservations and eligible lands specifically described in the compacts, and that off-reservation proposals constitute "reservation shopping" opposed by much of Indian Country.
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Argues that approving non-compliant off-reservation casinos would undermine the 2004 Michigan voter amendment limiting casino gambling expansion and would have devastating financial impacts on Detroit.
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Urges the Governor to deny all requests for off-reservation casinos unless all compact requirements are met and to take legal action to defeat such proposals.
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Notes that the Governor lacks unilateral authority to waive gaming compact provisions without Michigan Legislature approval unless explicitly authorized by the compact itself.
Legislative Description
A resolution to oppose the unchecked proliferation of off-reservation gaming in the state of Michigan and to urge the Governor to oppose any off-reservation effort that is not in complete conformance with Indian gaming compacts as approved by the tribes, the state of Michigan, and the United States Department of the Interior.
Last Action
Referred To Committee On Government Operations
3/18/2021