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NIGA is a voluntary association composed of Member Tribes & Associate Members representing federally recognized Tribal governments, Tribes, Nations, Rancherias, Pueblos, Bands and Businesses engaged in gaming enterprises in Indian Country.

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Training Material: Will be made available as a digital e-book link prior to training dates, which can be downloaded for print, if you prefer to do so. Jul 19 - Jul 22, 2021. 2021 Indian Gaming Tradeshow &. 2021 Indian Gaming Tradeshow & Convention. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER. NIGA | INDIAN GAMING 2021 TRADESHOW MOVING TO LAS VEGAS! Washington DC (February 17, 2021) - The National Indian Gaming Association announced today the 2021 Indian Gaming Tradeshow & Convention will take place July 19-22 at the new CAESARS FORUM in Las Vegas, NV. The event will be co-located with The National Center for American Indian Enterprise Development’s (NCAIED) Reservation Economic Summit (RES), which is taking place July 19

NIGA | TRAINING

NIGA | AN IMPORTANT UPDATE FROM CHAIRMAN STEVENS REGARDING An Important Update From Chairman Stevens Regarding COVID-19. The National Indian Gaming Association would like to commend each of you for the diligence they are taking to help all of the United States lessen the spread of the COVID-19/Corona Virus pandemic. As we can all agree, the health, safety, and well-being is a primacy and the steps

that

NIGA | ARIZONA TRIBES SIGN HISTORIC TRIBAL-STATE GAMING Phoenix, Ariz. – April 16, 2021 – National Indian Gaming Association Chairman Ernie Stevens, Jr., joined tribes in Arizona yesterday at the Heard Museum to witness the official signing of significant tribal-state gaming compact amendments and a NIGA | VICTORY IN FIGHT AGAINST DAKOTA ACCESS PIPELINE Date. July 8th, 2020. Yesterday, the D.C. District Court ruled to vacate the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ Lake Oahe easement for the Dakota Access Pipeline (DAPL), and to require the removal of all oil flowing through the pipeline by August 5, 2020. The decision, issued by Judge James E. Boasberg, was in response to the failure of the Army NIGA | CHEROKEE NATION, CHICKASAW NATION Following a lengthy and public dispute over the terms of Tribal-State Gaming compacts, three Oklahoma Tribes – the Cherokee, Chickasaw, and Choctaw Nations, collectively filed a federal suit in the United States District Court for the Western District of Oklahoma on Tuesday,

December 31, 2019.

2021 MEMBERSHIP RENEWAL INVOICE WITH WIRE INFO Title: Microsoft Word - 2021 Membership Renewal Invoice with Wire info.docx Created Date: 1/4/2021 2:51:09 PM NIGA | CHAIRMAN ERNEST STEVENS JR. DELIVERS REMARKS ON Washington, D.C. – January 24, 2019 – Ernest Stevens Jr., Chairman of the National Indian Gaming Association (NIGA), delivered remarks at the Stanley Crooks Tribal Leaders Center, located on Capitol Hill, to urge Congress and the Administration to endthe longest government shutdown in history. NIGA joined our Sister Organizations, Tribal Governments

NIGA | HOME

NIGA is a voluntary association composed of Member Tribes & Associate Members representing federally recognized Tribal governments, Tribes, Nations, Rancherias, Pueblos, Bands and Businesses engaged in gaming enterprises in Indian Country.

NIGA | EVENTS

Training Material: Will be made available as a digital e-book link prior to training dates, which can be downloaded for print, if you prefer to do so. Jul 19 - Jul 22, 2021. 2021 Indian Gaming Tradeshow &. 2021 Indian Gaming Tradeshow & Convention. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER. NIGA | INDIAN GAMING 2021 TRADESHOW MOVING TO LAS VEGAS! Washington DC (February 17, 2021) - The National Indian Gaming Association announced today the 2021 Indian Gaming Tradeshow & Convention will take place July 19-22 at the new CAESARS FORUM in Las Vegas, NV. The event will be co-located with The National Center for American Indian Enterprise Development’s (NCAIED) Reservation Economic Summit (RES), which is taking place July 19

NIGA | TRAINING

NIGA | AN IMPORTANT UPDATE FROM CHAIRMAN STEVENS REGARDING An Important Update From Chairman Stevens Regarding COVID-19. The National Indian Gaming Association would like to commend each of you for the diligence they are taking to help all of the United States lessen the spread of the COVID-19/Corona Virus pandemic. As we can all agree, the health, safety, and well-being is a primacy and the steps

that

NIGA | ARIZONA TRIBES SIGN HISTORIC TRIBAL-STATE GAMING Phoenix, Ariz. – April 16, 2021 – National Indian Gaming Association Chairman Ernie Stevens, Jr., joined tribes in Arizona yesterday at the Heard Museum to witness the official signing of significant tribal-state gaming compact amendments and a NIGA | VICTORY IN FIGHT AGAINST DAKOTA ACCESS PIPELINE Date. July 8th, 2020. Yesterday, the D.C. District Court ruled to vacate the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ Lake Oahe easement for the Dakota Access Pipeline (DAPL), and to require the removal of all oil flowing through the pipeline by August 5, 2020. The decision, issued by Judge James E. Boasberg, was in response to the failure of the Army NIGA | CHEROKEE NATION, CHICKASAW NATION Following a lengthy and public dispute over the terms of Tribal-State Gaming compacts, three Oklahoma Tribes – the Cherokee, Chickasaw, and Choctaw Nations, collectively filed a federal suit in the United States District Court for the Western District of Oklahoma on Tuesday,

December 31, 2019.

2021 MEMBERSHIP RENEWAL INVOICE WITH WIRE INFO Title: Microsoft Word - 2021 Membership Renewal Invoice with Wire info.docx Created Date: 1/4/2021 2:51:09 PM NIGA | CHAIRMAN ERNEST STEVENS JR. DELIVERS REMARKS ON Washington, D.C. – January 24, 2019 – Ernest Stevens Jr., Chairman of the National Indian Gaming Association (NIGA), delivered remarks at the Stanley Crooks Tribal Leaders Center, located on Capitol Hill, to urge Congress and the Administration to endthe longest government shutdown in history. NIGA joined our Sister Organizations, Tribal Governments

NIGA | NEWS

The National Indian Gaming Association. Washington, D.C. – February 27, 2021 – The National Indian Gaming Association joins the res. Feb 12, 2021. Press Release. Indian Gaming 2021 Tradeshow Moving To. Washington DC (February 17, 2021) - The National Indian Gaming Association announced. Jan 21, 2021. News.

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NIGA | Legislative. Jan 29, 2021. Contact Your Senators to Support Rep.. On December 17, 2020, then President-elect Biden made a historic choice for his Secretary. Jan 04, 2021. Trump Signs COVID-Relief and Government. On December 28th, President Donald L. Trump signed the FY 2021 Omnibus Appropriations and. Nov 20, 2020.

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Membership. The National Indian Gaming Association (NIGA) is a voluntary association composed of Member Tribes and Associate Members representing federally recognized Tribal governments, gaming Tribes, Nations, Rancherias, Pueblos, Bands and Businesses engaged in

NIGA | ABOUT US

About Us. Incorporated in 1985, National Indian Gaming Association (NIGA) is an inter-tribal association of federally recognized Indian Tribes united with the mission of protecting and preserving tribal sovereignty and the ability of Tribes to attain economic self-sufficiency through gaming and other forms of economic

development.

NIGA | ARIZONA TRIBES SIGN HISTORIC TRIBAL-STATE GAMING Phoenix, Ariz. – April 16, 2021 – National Indian Gaming Association Chairman Ernie Stevens, Jr., joined tribes in Arizona yesterday at the Heard Museum to witness the official signing of significant tribal-state gaming compact amendments and a NIGA | NATIONAL INDIAN GAMING ASSOCIATION “MY VOTE WILL In October 2019, the National Indian Gaming Association announced the creation of the gaming organizations Get Out the Vote campaign – "My Vote Will Count," leading up to the 2020 General Elections in November of 2020. The National Indian Gaming Association developed this grassroots effort with partners, including Member Tribes, sister

tribal

NIGA | NIGA STAFF

Chairman's Office Chairman Ernest L. Stevens (Oneida Nation of Wisconsin) 920.857.3727 Senior Administrative Assistant Ricky Granquist (Oneida Nation of Wisconsin) NIGA | NIGA MOURNS THE LOSS OF NATIONAL INDIAN GAMING According to the Oneida Nation, Hill passed away unexpectantly in his family home on the Oneida Reservation. NIGA Chairman Ernie Stevens, Jr., said, "Rick was a great friend and brother. He was my coach, mentor, and one of the finest tribal leaders of our time." Stevens added, "His passing is a tremendous loss for our Indian gaming family

and

NIGA | TRIBAL MEMBERS Tribal Members. Become a member tribe. Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians. Palm Springs, CA. (760) 699-6800. Alabama-Coushatta Tribes. Livingston, TX. (936) 563-1100. Blackfeet Nation. NIGA | URGENT ALERT! SENATE ENERGY AND NATURAL RESOURCES Today, the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee scheduled their vote for the nomination of Representative Debra Haaland (NM-01) to take place this Thursday, March 4, 2021

NIGA | HOME

NIGA is a voluntary association composed of Member Tribes & Associate Members representing federally recognized Tribal governments, Tribes, Nations, Rancherias, Pueblos, Bands and Businesses engaged in gaming enterprises in Indian Country.

NIGA | EVENTS

Training Material: Will be made available as a digital e-book link prior to training dates, which can be downloaded for print, if you prefer to do so. Jul 19 - Jul 22, 2021. 2021 Indian Gaming Tradeshow &. 2021 Indian Gaming Tradeshow & Convention. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER. NIGA | INDIAN GAMING 2021 TRADESHOW MOVING TO LAS VEGAS! Washington DC (February 17, 2021) - The National Indian Gaming Association announced today the 2021 Indian Gaming Tradeshow & Convention will take place July 19-22 at the new CAESARS FORUM in Las Vegas, NV. The event will be co-located with The National Center for American Indian Enterprise Development’s (NCAIED) Reservation Economic Summit (RES), which is taking place July 19

NIGA | TRAINING

NIGA | VICTORY IN FIGHT AGAINST DAKOTA ACCESS PIPELINE Date. July 8th, 2020. Yesterday, the D.C. District Court ruled to vacate the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ Lake Oahe easement for the Dakota Access Pipeline (DAPL), and to require the removal of all oil flowing through the pipeline by August 5, 2020. The decision, issued by Judge James E. Boasberg, was in response to the failure of the Army NIGA | ARIZONA TRIBES SIGN HISTORIC TRIBAL-STATE GAMING Phoenix, Ariz. – April 16, 2021 – National Indian Gaming Association Chairman Ernie Stevens, Jr., joined tribes in Arizona yesterday at the Heard Museum to witness the official signing of significant tribal-state gaming compact amendments and a NIGA | CHEROKEE NATION, CHICKASAW NATION Following a lengthy and public dispute over the terms of Tribal-State Gaming compacts, three Oklahoma Tribes – the Cherokee, Chickasaw, and Choctaw Nations, collectively filed a federal suit in the United States District Court for the Western District of Oklahoma on Tuesday,

December 31, 2019.

NIGA | WAGE SURVEY

Wage Survey. The Indian Gaming Employee Compensation Survey is a powerful and dynamic resource offered by NIGA to casino general managers and HR professionals working in Indian Country. We are in the process of collecting compensation data for the year 2014. Survey link - https://survey.indiangaming.org. NIGA | URGENT ALERT! SENATE ENERGY AND NATURAL RESOURCES Today, the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee scheduled their vote for the nomination of Representative Debra Haaland (NM-01) to take place this Thursday, March 4, 2021 NIGA | LEGAL OPINION ALERT: DOJ WIRE ACT OPINION Date. This week, the U.S. Department of Justice released a legal opinion, which found that the Federal Wire Act imposes a criminal prohibition against all forms of online gambling. The opinion reversed the 2011 Obama era DOJ memo, which found that the Wire Act is limited to online sports betting. In large part because of the 2011 DOJ

opinion

NIGA | HOME

NIGA is a voluntary association composed of Member Tribes & Associate Members representing federally recognized Tribal governments, Tribes, Nations, Rancherias, Pueblos, Bands and Businesses engaged in gaming enterprises in Indian Country.

NIGA | EVENTS

Training Material: Will be made available as a digital e-book link prior to training dates, which can be downloaded for print, if you prefer to do so. Jul 19 - Jul 22, 2021. 2021 Indian Gaming Tradeshow &. 2021 Indian Gaming Tradeshow & Convention. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER. NIGA | INDIAN GAMING 2021 TRADESHOW MOVING TO LAS VEGAS! Washington DC (February 17, 2021) - The National Indian Gaming Association announced today the 2021 Indian Gaming Tradeshow & Convention will take place July 19-22 at the new CAESARS FORUM in Las Vegas, NV. The event will be co-located with The National Center for American Indian Enterprise Development’s (NCAIED) Reservation Economic Summit (RES), which is taking place July 19

NIGA | TRAINING

NIGA | VICTORY IN FIGHT AGAINST DAKOTA ACCESS PIPELINE Date. July 8th, 2020. Yesterday, the D.C. District Court ruled to vacate the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ Lake Oahe easement for the Dakota Access Pipeline (DAPL), and to require the removal of all oil flowing through the pipeline by August 5, 2020. The decision, issued by Judge James E. Boasberg, was in response to the failure of the Army NIGA | ARIZONA TRIBES SIGN HISTORIC TRIBAL-STATE GAMING Phoenix, Ariz. – April 16, 2021 – National Indian Gaming Association Chairman Ernie Stevens, Jr., joined tribes in Arizona yesterday at the Heard Museum to witness the official signing of significant tribal-state gaming compact amendments and a NIGA | CHEROKEE NATION, CHICKASAW NATION Following a lengthy and public dispute over the terms of Tribal-State Gaming compacts, three Oklahoma Tribes – the Cherokee, Chickasaw, and Choctaw Nations, collectively filed a federal suit in the United States District Court for the Western District of Oklahoma on Tuesday,

December 31, 2019.

NIGA | WAGE SURVEY

Wage Survey. The Indian Gaming Employee Compensation Survey is a powerful and dynamic resource offered by NIGA to casino general managers and HR professionals working in Indian Country. We are in the process of collecting compensation data for the year 2014. Survey link - https://survey.indiangaming.org. NIGA | URGENT ALERT! SENATE ENERGY AND NATURAL RESOURCES Today, the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee scheduled their vote for the nomination of Representative Debra Haaland (NM-01) to take place this Thursday, March 4, 2021 NIGA | LEGAL OPINION ALERT: DOJ WIRE ACT OPINION Date. This week, the U.S. Department of Justice released a legal opinion, which found that the Federal Wire Act imposes a criminal prohibition against all forms of online gambling. The opinion reversed the 2011 Obama era DOJ memo, which found that the Wire Act is limited to online sports betting. In large part because of the 2011 DOJ

opinion

NIGA | NEWS

The National Indian Gaming Association. Washington, D.C. – February 27, 2021 – The National Indian Gaming Association joins the res. Feb 12, 2021. Press Release. Indian Gaming 2021 Tradeshow Moving To. Washington DC (February 17, 2021) - The National Indian Gaming Association announced. Jan 21, 2021. News. NIGA | CHIEF LEONARD CROW DOG, RENOWNED SPIRITUAL LEADER Chief Leonard Emmanual Crow Dog, Sr. August 18, 1942 - June 5, 2021. Washington, D.C. – June 07, 2021 – The National Indian Gaming Association joins the rest of Indian country in mourning the loss of Chief Leonard Crow Dog.This most renowned spiritual leader was

NIGA | ABOUT US

About Us. Incorporated in 1985, National Indian Gaming Association (NIGA) is an inter-tribal association of federally recognized Indian Tribes united with the mission of protecting and preserving tribal sovereignty and the ability of Tribes to attain economic self-sufficiency through gaming and other forms of economic

development.

NIGA | THE NATIONAL INDIAN GAMING ASSOCIATION MOURNS THE Washington, D.C. – October 12, 2020 – The National Indian Gaming Association is sad to announce that Max Osceola Jr., the former tribal council member of the Tribal Council of the Seminole Tribe of Florida, died October 8th from complications due to COVID-19 at Cleveland Clinic in Weston, Fla. Osceola, 70, served for more than two decades as a Tribal Council representative on the Seminole NIGA | NATIONAL INDIAN GAMING ASSOCIATION “MY VOTE WILL In October 2019, the National Indian Gaming Association announced the creation of the gaming organizations Get Out the Vote campaign – "My Vote Will Count," leading up to the 2020 General Elections in November of 2020. The National Indian Gaming Association developed this grassroots effort with partners, including Member Tribes, sister

tribal

NIGA | TRUMP SIGNS COVID-RELIEF AND GOVERNMENT FY 2021 January 4th, 2021. On December 28th, President Donald L. Trump signed the FY 2021 Omnibus Appropriations and COVID Relief Bill (H.R. 133) after threatening a veto over numerous provisions that remained unchanged. An agreement between President Trump, Speaker Nancy Pelosi, and Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, stipulated that there will be a NIGA | ARIZONA TRIBES SIGN HISTORIC TRIBAL-STATE GAMING Phoenix, Ariz. – April 16, 2021 – National Indian Gaming Association Chairman Ernie Stevens, Jr., joined tribes in Arizona yesterday at the Heard Museum to witness the official signing of significant tribal-state gaming compact amendments and a NIGA | NIGA MOURNS THE LOSS OF NATIONAL INDIAN GAMING According to the Oneida Nation, Hill passed away unexpectantly in his family home on the Oneida Reservation. NIGA Chairman Ernie Stevens, Jr., said, "Rick was a great friend and brother. He was my coach, mentor, and one of the finest tribal leaders of our time." Stevens added, "His passing is a tremendous loss for our Indian gaming family

and

NIGA | URGENT ALERT! SENATE ENERGY AND NATURAL RESOURCES Today, the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee scheduled their vote for the nomination of Representative Debra Haaland (NM-01) to take place this Thursday, March 4, 2021 NIGA | LEGAL OPINION ALERT: DOJ WIRE ACT OPINION Date. This week, the U.S. Department of Justice released a legal opinion, which found that the Federal Wire Act imposes a criminal prohibition against all forms of online gambling. The opinion reversed the 2011 Obama era DOJ memo, which found that the Wire Act is limited to online sports betting. In large part because of the 2011 DOJ

opinion

NIGA | HOME

NIGA is a voluntary association composed of Member Tribes & Associate Members representing federally recognized Tribal governments, Tribes, Nations, Rancherias, Pueblos, Bands and Businesses engaged in gaming enterprises in Indian Country.

NIGA | EVENTS

Training Material: Will be made available as a digital e-book link prior to training dates, which can be downloaded for print, if you prefer to do so. Jul 19 - Jul 22, 2021. 2021 Indian Gaming Tradeshow &. 2021 Indian Gaming Tradeshow & Convention. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER. NIGA | INDIAN GAMING 2021 TRADESHOW MOVING TO LAS VEGAS! Washington DC (February 17, 2021) - The National Indian Gaming Association announced today the 2021 Indian Gaming Tradeshow & Convention will take place July 19-22 at the new CAESARS FORUM in Las Vegas, NV. The event will be co-located with The National Center for American Indian Enterprise Development’s (NCAIED) Reservation Economic Summit (RES), which is taking place July 19

NIGA | TRAINING

NIGA | SBA ISSUES INTERIM FINAL RULE: GAMING BUSINESSES April 24th, 2020. Today, the Small Business Administration (SBA) issued an Interim Final Rule stating that legal gaming businesses would be eligible for the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP). Part III.2.b. of the Rule (85 FR 2147, 21751) reads as follows: NIGA | VICTORY IN FIGHT AGAINST DAKOTA ACCESS PIPELINE Date. July 8th, 2020. Yesterday, the D.C. District Court ruled to vacate the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ Lake Oahe easement for the Dakota Access Pipeline (DAPL), and to require the removal of all oil flowing through the pipeline by August 5, 2020. The decision, issued by Judge James E. Boasberg, was in response to the failure of the Army NIGA | CHEROKEE NATION, CHICKASAW NATION Following a lengthy and public dispute over the terms of Tribal-State Gaming compacts, three Oklahoma Tribes – the Cherokee, Chickasaw, and Choctaw Nations, collectively filed a federal suit in the United States District Court for the Western District of Oklahoma on Tuesday,

December 31, 2019.

NIGA | WAGE SURVEY

Wage Survey. The Indian Gaming Employee Compensation Survey is a powerful and dynamic resource offered by NIGA to casino general managers and HR professionals working in Indian Country. We are in the process of collecting compensation data for the year 2014. Survey link - https://survey.indiangaming.org. NIGA | URGENT ALERT! SENATE ENERGY AND NATURAL RESOURCES Today, the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee scheduled their vote for the nomination of Representative Debra Haaland (NM-01) to take place this Thursday, March 4, 2021 NIGA | LEGAL OPINION ALERT: DOJ WIRE ACT OPINION Date. This week, the U.S. Department of Justice released a legal opinion, which found that the Federal Wire Act imposes a criminal prohibition against all forms of online gambling. The opinion reversed the 2011 Obama era DOJ memo, which found that the Wire Act is limited to online sports betting. In large part because of the 2011 DOJ

opinion

NIGA | HOME

NIGA is a voluntary association composed of Member Tribes & Associate Members representing federally recognized Tribal governments, Tribes, Nations, Rancherias, Pueblos, Bands and Businesses engaged in gaming enterprises in Indian Country.

NIGA | EVENTS

Training Material: Will be made available as a digital e-book link prior to training dates, which can be downloaded for print, if you prefer to do so. Jul 19 - Jul 22, 2021. 2021 Indian Gaming Tradeshow &. 2021 Indian Gaming Tradeshow & Convention. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER. NIGA | INDIAN GAMING 2021 TRADESHOW MOVING TO LAS VEGAS! Washington DC (February 17, 2021) - The National Indian Gaming Association announced today the 2021 Indian Gaming Tradeshow & Convention will take place July 19-22 at the new CAESARS FORUM in Las Vegas, NV. The event will be co-located with The National Center for American Indian Enterprise Development’s (NCAIED) Reservation Economic Summit (RES), which is taking place July 19

NIGA | TRAINING

NIGA | SBA ISSUES INTERIM FINAL RULE: GAMING BUSINESSES April 24th, 2020. Today, the Small Business Administration (SBA) issued an Interim Final Rule stating that legal gaming businesses would be eligible for the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP). Part III.2.b. of the Rule (85 FR 2147, 21751) reads as follows: NIGA | VICTORY IN FIGHT AGAINST DAKOTA ACCESS PIPELINE Date. July 8th, 2020. Yesterday, the D.C. District Court ruled to vacate the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ Lake Oahe easement for the Dakota Access Pipeline (DAPL), and to require the removal of all oil flowing through the pipeline by August 5, 2020. The decision, issued by Judge James E. Boasberg, was in response to the failure of the Army NIGA | CHEROKEE NATION, CHICKASAW NATION Following a lengthy and public dispute over the terms of Tribal-State Gaming compacts, three Oklahoma Tribes – the Cherokee, Chickasaw, and Choctaw Nations, collectively filed a federal suit in the United States District Court for the Western District of Oklahoma on Tuesday,

December 31, 2019.

NIGA | WAGE SURVEY

Wage Survey. The Indian Gaming Employee Compensation Survey is a powerful and dynamic resource offered by NIGA to casino general managers and HR professionals working in Indian Country. We are in the process of collecting compensation data for the year 2014. Survey link - https://survey.indiangaming.org. NIGA | URGENT ALERT! SENATE ENERGY AND NATURAL RESOURCES Today, the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee scheduled their vote for the nomination of Representative Debra Haaland (NM-01) to take place this Thursday, March 4, 2021 NIGA | LEGAL OPINION ALERT: DOJ WIRE ACT OPINION Date. This week, the U.S. Department of Justice released a legal opinion, which found that the Federal Wire Act imposes a criminal prohibition against all forms of online gambling. The opinion reversed the 2011 Obama era DOJ memo, which found that the Wire Act is limited to online sports betting. In large part because of the 2011 DOJ

opinion

NIGA | NEWS

The National Indian Gaming Association. Washington, D.C. – February 27, 2021 – The National Indian Gaming Association joins the res. Feb 12, 2021. Press Release. Indian Gaming 2021 Tradeshow Moving To. Washington DC (February 17, 2021) - The National Indian Gaming Association announced. Jan 21, 2021. News. NIGA | CHIEF LEONARD CROW DOG, RENOWNED SPIRITUAL LEADER Chief Leonard Emmanual Crow Dog, Sr. August 18, 1942 - June 5, 2021. Washington, D.C. – June 07, 2021 – The National Indian Gaming Association joins the rest of Indian country in mourning the loss of Chief Leonard Crow Dog.This most renowned spiritual leader was

NIGA | ABOUT US

About Us. Incorporated in 1985, National Indian Gaming Association (NIGA) is an inter-tribal association of federally recognized Indian Tribes united with the mission of protecting and preserving tribal sovereignty and the ability of Tribes to attain economic self-sufficiency through gaming and other forms of economic

development.

NIGA | THE NATIONAL INDIAN GAMING ASSOCIATION MOURNS THE Washington, D.C. – October 12, 2020 – The National Indian Gaming Association is sad to announce that Max Osceola Jr., the former tribal council member of the Tribal Council of the Seminole Tribe of Florida, died October 8th from complications due to COVID-19 at Cleveland Clinic in Weston, Fla. Osceola, 70, served for more than two decades as a Tribal Council representative on the Seminole NIGA | TRUMP SIGNS COVID-RELIEF AND GOVERNMENT FY 2021 January 4th, 2021. On December 28th, President Donald L. Trump signed the FY 2021 Omnibus Appropriations and COVID Relief Bill (H.R. 133) after threatening a veto over numerous provisions that remained unchanged. An agreement between President Trump, Speaker Nancy Pelosi, and Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, stipulated that there will be a NIGA | ARIZONA TRIBES SIGN HISTORIC TRIBAL-STATE GAMING Phoenix, Ariz. – April 16, 2021 – National Indian Gaming Association Chairman Ernie Stevens, Jr., joined tribes in Arizona yesterday at the Heard Museum to witness the official signing of significant tribal-state gaming compact amendments and a NIGA | NATIONAL INDIAN GAMING ASSOCIATION “MY VOTE WILL In October 2019, the National Indian Gaming Association announced the creation of the gaming organizations Get Out the Vote campaign – "My Vote Will Count," leading up to the 2020 General Elections in November of 2020. The National Indian Gaming Association developed this grassroots effort with partners, including Member Tribes, sister

tribal

NIGA | NIGA MOURNS THE LOSS OF NATIONAL INDIAN GAMING According to the Oneida Nation, Hill passed away unexpectantly in his family home on the Oneida Reservation. NIGA Chairman Ernie Stevens, Jr., said, "Rick was a great friend and brother. He was my coach, mentor, and one of the finest tribal leaders of our time." Stevens added, "His passing is a tremendous loss for our Indian gaming family

and

NIGA | URGENT ALERT! SENATE ENERGY AND NATURAL RESOURCES Today, the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee scheduled their vote for the nomination of Representative Debra Haaland (NM-01) to take place this Thursday, March 4, 2021 NIGA | LEGAL OPINION ALERT: DOJ WIRE ACT OPINION Date. This week, the U.S. Department of Justice released a legal opinion, which found that the Federal Wire Act imposes a criminal prohibition against all forms of online gambling. The opinion reversed the 2011 Obama era DOJ memo, which found that the Wire Act is limited to online sports betting. In large part because of the 2011 DOJ

opinion

NIGA | HOME

NIGA is a voluntary association composed of Member Tribes & Associate Members representing federally recognized Tribal governments, Tribes, Nations, Rancherias, Pueblos, Bands and Businesses engaged in gaming enterprises in Indian Country.

NIGA | EVENTS

Training Material: Will be made available as a digital e-book link prior to training dates, which can be downloaded for print, if you prefer to do so. Jul 19 - Jul 22, 2021. 2021 Indian Gaming Tradeshow &. 2021 Indian Gaming Tradeshow & Convention. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER. NIGA | INDIAN GAMING 2021 TRADESHOW MOVING TO LAS VEGAS! Washington DC (February 17, 2021) - The National Indian Gaming Association announced today the 2021 Indian Gaming Tradeshow & Convention will take place July 19-22 at the new CAESARS FORUM in Las Vegas, NV. The event will be co-located with The National Center for American Indian Enterprise Development’s (NCAIED) Reservation Economic Summit (RES), which is taking place July 19

NIGA | TRAINING

NIGA | SBA ISSUES INTERIM FINAL RULE: GAMING BUSINESSES April 24th, 2020. Today, the Small Business Administration (SBA) issued an Interim Final Rule stating that legal gaming businesses would be eligible for the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP). Part III.2.b. of the Rule (85 FR 2147, 21751) reads as follows: NIGA | VICTORY IN FIGHT AGAINST DAKOTA ACCESS PIPELINE Date. July 8th, 2020. Yesterday, the D.C. District Court ruled to vacate the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ Lake Oahe easement for the Dakota Access Pipeline (DAPL), and to require the removal of all oil flowing through the pipeline by August 5, 2020. The decision, issued by Judge James E. Boasberg, was in response to the failure of the Army NIGA | CHEROKEE NATION, CHICKASAW NATION Following a lengthy and public dispute over the terms of Tribal-State Gaming compacts, three Oklahoma Tribes – the Cherokee, Chickasaw, and Choctaw Nations, collectively filed a federal suit in the United States District Court for the Western District of Oklahoma on Tuesday,

December 31, 2019.

NIGA | WAGE SURVEY

Wage Survey. The Indian Gaming Employee Compensation Survey is a powerful and dynamic resource offered by NIGA to casino general managers and HR professionals working in Indian Country. We are in the process of collecting compensation data for the year 2014. Survey link - https://survey.indiangaming.org. NIGA | URGENT ALERT! SENATE ENERGY AND NATURAL RESOURCES Today, the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee scheduled their vote for the nomination of Representative Debra Haaland (NM-01) to take place this Thursday, March 4, 2021 NIGA | LEGAL OPINION ALERT: DOJ WIRE ACT OPINION Date. This week, the U.S. Department of Justice released a legal opinion, which found that the Federal Wire Act imposes a criminal prohibition against all forms of online gambling. The opinion reversed the 2011 Obama era DOJ memo, which found that the Wire Act is limited to online sports betting. In large part because of the 2011 DOJ

opinion

NIGA | HOME

NIGA is a voluntary association composed of Member Tribes & Associate Members representing federally recognized Tribal governments, Tribes, Nations, Rancherias, Pueblos, Bands and Businesses engaged in gaming enterprises in Indian Country.

NIGA | EVENTS

Training Material: Will be made available as a digital e-book link prior to training dates, which can be downloaded for print, if you prefer to do so. Jul 19 - Jul 22, 2021. 2021 Indian Gaming Tradeshow &. 2021 Indian Gaming Tradeshow & Convention. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER. NIGA | INDIAN GAMING 2021 TRADESHOW MOVING TO LAS VEGAS! Washington DC (February 17, 2021) - The National Indian Gaming Association announced today the 2021 Indian Gaming Tradeshow & Convention will take place July 19-22 at the new CAESARS FORUM in Las Vegas, NV. The event will be co-located with The National Center for American Indian Enterprise Development’s (NCAIED) Reservation Economic Summit (RES), which is taking place July 19

NIGA | TRAINING

NIGA | SBA ISSUES INTERIM FINAL RULE: GAMING BUSINESSES April 24th, 2020. Today, the Small Business Administration (SBA) issued an Interim Final Rule stating that legal gaming businesses would be eligible for the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP). Part III.2.b. of the Rule (85 FR 2147, 21751) reads as follows: NIGA | VICTORY IN FIGHT AGAINST DAKOTA ACCESS PIPELINE Date. July 8th, 2020. Yesterday, the D.C. District Court ruled to vacate the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ Lake Oahe easement for the Dakota Access Pipeline (DAPL), and to require the removal of all oil flowing through the pipeline by August 5, 2020. The decision, issued by Judge James E. Boasberg, was in response to the failure of the Army NIGA | CHEROKEE NATION, CHICKASAW NATION Following a lengthy and public dispute over the terms of Tribal-State Gaming compacts, three Oklahoma Tribes – the Cherokee, Chickasaw, and Choctaw Nations, collectively filed a federal suit in the United States District Court for the Western District of Oklahoma on Tuesday,

December 31, 2019.

NIGA | WAGE SURVEY

Wage Survey. The Indian Gaming Employee Compensation Survey is a powerful and dynamic resource offered by NIGA to casino general managers and HR professionals working in Indian Country. We are in the process of collecting compensation data for the year 2014. Survey link - https://survey.indiangaming.org. NIGA | URGENT ALERT! SENATE ENERGY AND NATURAL RESOURCES Today, the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee scheduled their vote for the nomination of Representative Debra Haaland (NM-01) to take place this Thursday, March 4, 2021 NIGA | LEGAL OPINION ALERT: DOJ WIRE ACT OPINION Date. This week, the U.S. Department of Justice released a legal opinion, which found that the Federal Wire Act imposes a criminal prohibition against all forms of online gambling. The opinion reversed the 2011 Obama era DOJ memo, which found that the Wire Act is limited to online sports betting. In large part because of the 2011 DOJ

opinion

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The National Indian Gaming Association. Washington, D.C. – February 27, 2021 – The National Indian Gaming Association joins the res. Feb 12, 2021. Press Release. Indian Gaming 2021 Tradeshow Moving To. Washington DC (February 17, 2021) - The National Indian Gaming Association announced. Jan 21, 2021. News. NIGA | CHIEF LEONARD CROW DOG, RENOWNED SPIRITUAL LEADER Chief Leonard Emmanual Crow Dog, Sr. August 18, 1942 - June 5, 2021. Washington, D.C. – June 07, 2021 – The National Indian Gaming Association joins the rest of Indian country in mourning the loss of Chief Leonard Crow Dog.This most renowned spiritual leader was

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About Us. Incorporated in 1985, National Indian Gaming Association (NIGA) is an inter-tribal association of federally recognized Indian Tribes united with the mission of protecting and preserving tribal sovereignty and the ability of Tribes to attain economic self-sufficiency through gaming and other forms of economic

development.

NIGA | THE NATIONAL INDIAN GAMING ASSOCIATION MOURNS THE Washington, D.C. – October 12, 2020 – The National Indian Gaming Association is sad to announce that Max Osceola Jr., the former tribal council member of the Tribal Council of the Seminole Tribe of Florida, died October 8th from complications due to COVID-19 at Cleveland Clinic in Weston, Fla. Osceola, 70, served for more than two decades as a Tribal Council representative on the Seminole NIGA | TRUMP SIGNS COVID-RELIEF AND GOVERNMENT FY 2021 January 4th, 2021. On December 28th, President Donald L. Trump signed the FY 2021 Omnibus Appropriations and COVID Relief Bill (H.R. 133) after threatening a veto over numerous provisions that remained unchanged. An agreement between President Trump, Speaker Nancy Pelosi, and Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, stipulated that there will be a NIGA | ARIZONA TRIBES SIGN HISTORIC TRIBAL-STATE GAMING Phoenix, Ariz. – April 16, 2021 – National Indian Gaming Association Chairman Ernie Stevens, Jr., joined tribes in Arizona yesterday at the Heard Museum to witness the official signing of significant tribal-state gaming compact amendments and a NIGA | NATIONAL INDIAN GAMING ASSOCIATION “MY VOTE WILL In October 2019, the National Indian Gaming Association announced the creation of the gaming organizations Get Out the Vote campaign – "My Vote Will Count," leading up to the 2020 General Elections in November of 2020. The National Indian Gaming Association developed this grassroots effort with partners, including Member Tribes, sister

tribal

NIGA | NIGA MOURNS THE LOSS OF NATIONAL INDIAN GAMING According to the Oneida Nation, Hill passed away unexpectantly in his family home on the Oneida Reservation. NIGA Chairman Ernie Stevens, Jr., said, "Rick was a great friend and brother. He was my coach, mentor, and one of the finest tribal leaders of our time." Stevens added, "His passing is a tremendous loss for our Indian gaming family

and

NIGA | URGENT ALERT! SENATE ENERGY AND NATURAL RESOURCES Today, the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee scheduled their vote for the nomination of Representative Debra Haaland (NM-01) to take place this Thursday, March 4, 2021 NIGA | LEGAL OPINION ALERT: DOJ WIRE ACT OPINION Date. This week, the U.S. Department of Justice released a legal opinion, which found that the Federal Wire Act imposes a criminal prohibition against all forms of online gambling. The opinion reversed the 2011 Obama era DOJ memo, which found that the Wire Act is limited to online sports betting. In large part because of the 2011 DOJ

opinion

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The National Indian Gaming Association. Washington, D.C. – February 27, 2021 – The National Indian Gaming Association joins the res. Feb 12, 2021. Press Release. Indian Gaming 2021 Tradeshow Moving To. Washington DC (February 17, 2021) - The National

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Training Material: Will be made available as a digital e-book link prior to training dates, which can be downloaded for print, if you prefer to do so. Jul 19 - Jul 22, 2021. 2021 Indian Gaming Tradeshow &. 2021 Indian Gaming Tradeshow & Convention. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER.

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About Us. Incorporated in 1985, National Indian Gaming Association (NIGA) is an inter-tribal association of federally recognized Indian Tribes united with the mission of protecting and preserving tribal sovereignty and the ability of Tribes to attain economic self-sufficiency through gaming and other forms of economic

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NIGA | AN IMPORTANT UPDATE FROM CHAIRMAN STEVENS REGARDING An Important Update From Chairman Stevens Regarding COVID-19. The National Indian Gaming Association would like to commend each of you for the diligence they are taking to help all of the United States lessen the spread of the COVID-19/Corona Virus pandemic. As we can all agree, the health, safety, and well-being is a primacy and the steps

that

NIGA | VICTORY IN FIGHT AGAINST DAKOTA ACCESS PIPELINE Date. July 8th, 2020. Yesterday, the D.C. District Court ruled to vacate the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ Lake Oahe easement for the Dakota Access Pipeline (DAPL), and to require the removal of all oil flowing through the pipeline by August 5, 2020. The decision, issued by Judge James E. Boasberg, was in response to the failure of the Army NIGA | ARIZONA TRIBES SIGN HISTORIC TRIBAL-STATE GAMING Phoenix, Ariz. – April 16, 2021 – National Indian Gaming Association Chairman Ernie Stevens, Jr., joined tribes in Arizona yesterday at the Heard Museum to witness the official signing of significant tribal-state gaming compact amendments and a NIGA | CHEROKEE NATION, CHICKASAW NATION Following a lengthy and public dispute over the terms of Tribal-State Gaming compacts, three Oklahoma Tribes – the Cherokee, Chickasaw, and Choctaw Nations, collectively filed a federal suit in the United States District Court for the Western District of Oklahoma on Tuesday,

December 31, 2019.

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NIGA is a voluntary association composed of Member Tribes & Associate Members representing federally recognized Tribal governments, Tribes, Nations, Rancherias, Pueblos, Bands and Businesses engaged in gaming enterprises in Indian Country.

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The National Indian Gaming Association. Washington, D.C. – February 27, 2021 – The National Indian Gaming Association joins the res. Feb 12, 2021. Press Release. Indian Gaming 2021 Tradeshow Moving To. Washington DC (February 17, 2021) - The National

NIGA | EVENTS

Training Material: Will be made available as a digital e-book link prior to training dates, which can be downloaded for print, if you prefer to do so. Jul 19 - Jul 22, 2021. 2021 Indian Gaming Tradeshow &. 2021 Indian Gaming Tradeshow & Convention. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER.

NIGA | ABOUT US

About Us. Incorporated in 1985, National Indian Gaming Association (NIGA) is an inter-tribal association of federally recognized Indian Tribes united with the mission of protecting and preserving tribal sovereignty and the ability of Tribes to attain economic self-sufficiency through gaming and other forms of economic

development.

NIGA | RESOURCES

Here you'll find some helpful resources we have available. Employment Frequently Asked Questions Helpful Links NIGA Membership Member Tribes List Associate Members List NIGA

NIGA | TRAINING

NIGA | AN IMPORTANT UPDATE FROM CHAIRMAN STEVENS REGARDING An Important Update From Chairman Stevens Regarding COVID-19. The National Indian Gaming Association would like to commend each of you for the diligence they are taking to help all of the United States lessen the spread of the COVID-19/Corona Virus pandemic. As we can all agree, the health, safety, and well-being is a primacy and the steps

that

NIGA | VICTORY IN FIGHT AGAINST DAKOTA ACCESS PIPELINE Date. July 8th, 2020. Yesterday, the D.C. District Court ruled to vacate the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ Lake Oahe easement for the Dakota Access Pipeline (DAPL), and to require the removal of all oil flowing through the pipeline by August 5, 2020. The decision, issued by Judge James E. Boasberg, was in response to the failure of the Army NIGA | ARIZONA TRIBES SIGN HISTORIC TRIBAL-STATE GAMING Phoenix, Ariz. – April 16, 2021 – National Indian Gaming Association Chairman Ernie Stevens, Jr., joined tribes in Arizona yesterday at the Heard Museum to witness the official signing of significant tribal-state gaming compact amendments and a NIGA | CHEROKEE NATION, CHICKASAW NATION Following a lengthy and public dispute over the terms of Tribal-State Gaming compacts, three Oklahoma Tribes – the Cherokee, Chickasaw, and Choctaw Nations, collectively filed a federal suit in the United States District Court for the Western District of Oklahoma on Tuesday,

December 31, 2019.

NIGA | NEWS

The National Indian Gaming Association. Washington, D.C. – February 27, 2021 – The National Indian Gaming Association joins the res. Feb 12, 2021. Press Release. Indian Gaming 2021 Tradeshow Moving To. Washington DC (February 17, 2021) - The National Indian Gaming Association announced. Jan 21, 2021. News.

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Membership. The National Indian Gaming Association (NIGA) is a voluntary association composed of Member Tribes and Associate Members representing federally recognized Tribal governments, gaming Tribes, Nations, Rancherias, Pueblos, Bands and Businesses engaged in

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NIGA | Legislative. Jan 29, 2021. Contact Your Senators to Support Rep.. On December 17, 2020, then President-elect Biden made a historic choice for his Secretary. Jan 04, 2021. Trump Signs COVID-Relief and Government. On December 28th, President Donald L. Trump signed the FY 2021 Omnibus Appropriations and. Nov 20, 2020. NIGA | INDIAN GAMING 2021 TRADESHOW MOVING TO LAS VEGAS! Washington DC (February 17, 2021) - The National Indian Gaming Association announced today the 2021 Indian Gaming Tradeshow & Convention will take place July 19-22 at the new CAESARS FORUM in Las Vegas, NV. The event will be co-located with The National Center for American Indian Enterprise Development’s (NCAIED) Reservation Economic Summit (RES), which is taking place July 19 NIGA | ARIZONA TRIBES SIGN HISTORIC TRIBAL-STATE GAMING Phoenix, Ariz. – April 16, 2021 – National Indian Gaming Association Chairman Ernie Stevens, Jr., joined tribes in Arizona yesterday at the Heard Museum to witness the official signing of significant tribal-state gaming compact amendments and a NIGA | NATIONAL INDIAN GAMING ASSOCIATION “MY VOTE WILL In October 2019, the National Indian Gaming Association announced the creation of the gaming organizations Get Out the Vote campaign – "My Vote Will Count," leading up to the 2020 General Elections in November of 2020. The National Indian Gaming Association developed this grassroots effort with partners, including Member Tribes, sister

tribal

NIGA | TRIBAL MEMBERS Tribal Members. Become a member tribe. Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians. Palm Springs, CA. (760) 699-6800. Alabama-Coushatta Tribes. Livingston, TX. (936) 563-1100. Blackfeet Nation.

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Chairman's Office Chairman Ernest L. Stevens (Oneida Nation of Wisconsin) 920.857.3727 Senior Administrative Assistant Ricky Granquist (Oneida Nation of Wisconsin) NIGA | NIGA MOURNS THE LOSS OF NATIONAL INDIAN GAMING According to the Oneida Nation, Hill passed away unexpectantly in his family home on the Oneida Reservation. NIGA Chairman Ernie Stevens, Jr., said, "Rick was a great friend and brother. He was my coach, mentor, and one of the finest tribal leaders of our time." Stevens added, "His passing is a tremendous loss for our Indian gaming family

and

NIGA | HOME

NIGA is a voluntary association composed of Member Tribes & Associate Members representing federally recognized Tribal governments, Tribes, Nations, Rancherias, Pueblos, Bands and Businesses engaged in gaming enterprises in Indian Country.

NIGA | EVENTS

Training Material: Will be made available as a digital e-book link prior to training dates, which can be downloaded for print, if you prefer to do so. Jul 19 - Jul 22, 2021. 2021 Indian Gaming Tradeshow &. 2021 Indian Gaming Tradeshow & Convention. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER. NIGA | INDIAN GAMING 2021 TRADESHOW MOVING TO LAS VEGAS! Washington DC (February 17, 2021) - The National Indian Gaming Association announced today the 2021 Indian Gaming Tradeshow & Convention will take place July 19-22 at the new CAESARS FORUM in Las Vegas, NV. The event will be co-located with The National Center for American Indian Enterprise Development’s (NCAIED) Reservation Economic Summit (RES), which is taking place July 19

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NIGA | SBA ISSUES INTERIM FINAL RULE: GAMING BUSINESSES April 24th, 2020. Today, the Small Business Administration (SBA) issued an Interim Final Rule stating that legal gaming businesses would be eligible for the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP). Part III.2.b. of the Rule (85 FR 2147, 21751) reads as follows: NIGA | VICTORY IN FIGHT AGAINST DAKOTA ACCESS PIPELINE Date. July 8th, 2020. Yesterday, the D.C. District Court ruled to vacate the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ Lake Oahe easement for the Dakota Access Pipeline (DAPL), and to require the removal of all oil flowing through the pipeline by August 5, 2020. The decision, issued by Judge James E. Boasberg, was in response to the failure of the Army NIGA | CHEROKEE NATION, CHICKASAW NATION Following a lengthy and public dispute over the terms of Tribal-State Gaming compacts, three Oklahoma Tribes – the Cherokee, Chickasaw, and Choctaw Nations, collectively filed a federal suit in the United States District Court for the Western District of Oklahoma on Tuesday,

December 31, 2019.

NIGA | WAGE SURVEY

Wage Survey. The Indian Gaming Employee Compensation Survey is a powerful and dynamic resource offered by NIGA to casino general managers and HR professionals working in Indian Country. We are in the process of collecting compensation data for the year 2014. Survey link - https://survey.indiangaming.org. NIGA | URGENT ALERT! SENATE ENERGY AND NATURAL RESOURCES Today, the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee scheduled their vote for the nomination of Representative Debra Haaland (NM-01) to take place this Thursday, March 4, 2021 NIGA | LEGAL OPINION ALERT: DOJ WIRE ACT OPINIONNATIONAL INDIAN GAMING REGULATORY ACTNATIVE AMERICAN GAMING ACTINDIAN GAMING REGULATION ACTINDIAN GAMING REGULATORY ACT 1988INDIAN GAMING REGULATORY ACT IGRAINDIAN GAMING REGULATORY ACT SESSION ONE E… Date. This week, the U.S. Department of Justice released a legal opinion, which found that the Federal Wire Act imposes a criminal prohibition against all forms of online gambling. The opinion reversed the 2011 Obama era DOJ memo, which found that the Wire Act is limited to online sports betting. In large part because of the 2011 DOJ

opinion

NIGA | HOME

NIGA is a voluntary association composed of Member Tribes & Associate Members representing federally recognized Tribal governments, Tribes, Nations, Rancherias, Pueblos, Bands and Businesses engaged in gaming enterprises in Indian Country.

NIGA | EVENTS

Training Material: Will be made available as a digital e-book link prior to training dates, which can be downloaded for print, if you prefer to do so. Jul 19 - Jul 22, 2021. 2021 Indian Gaming Tradeshow &. 2021 Indian Gaming Tradeshow & Convention. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER. NIGA | INDIAN GAMING 2021 TRADESHOW MOVING TO LAS VEGAS! Washington DC (February 17, 2021) - The National Indian Gaming Association announced today the 2021 Indian Gaming Tradeshow & Convention will take place July 19-22 at the new CAESARS FORUM in Las Vegas, NV. The event will be co-located with The National Center for American Indian Enterprise Development’s (NCAIED) Reservation Economic Summit (RES), which is taking place July 19

NIGA | TRAINING

NIGA | SBA ISSUES INTERIM FINAL RULE: GAMING BUSINESSES April 24th, 2020. Today, the Small Business Administration (SBA) issued an Interim Final Rule stating that legal gaming businesses would be eligible for the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP). Part III.2.b. of the Rule (85 FR 2147, 21751) reads as follows: NIGA | VICTORY IN FIGHT AGAINST DAKOTA ACCESS PIPELINE Date. July 8th, 2020. Yesterday, the D.C. District Court ruled to vacate the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ Lake Oahe easement for the Dakota Access Pipeline (DAPL), and to require the removal of all oil flowing through the pipeline by August 5, 2020. The decision, issued by Judge James E. Boasberg, was in response to the failure of the Army NIGA | CHEROKEE NATION, CHICKASAW NATION Following a lengthy and public dispute over the terms of Tribal-State Gaming compacts, three Oklahoma Tribes – the Cherokee, Chickasaw, and Choctaw Nations, collectively filed a federal suit in the United States District Court for the Western District of Oklahoma on Tuesday,

December 31, 2019.

NIGA | WAGE SURVEY

Wage Survey. The Indian Gaming Employee Compensation Survey is a powerful and dynamic resource offered by NIGA to casino general managers and HR professionals working in Indian Country. We are in the process of collecting compensation data for the year 2014. Survey link - https://survey.indiangaming.org. NIGA | URGENT ALERT! SENATE ENERGY AND NATURAL RESOURCES Today, the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee scheduled their vote for the nomination of Representative Debra Haaland (NM-01) to take place this Thursday, March 4, 2021 NIGA | LEGAL OPINION ALERT: DOJ WIRE ACT OPINIONNATIONAL INDIAN GAMING REGULATORY ACTNATIVE AMERICAN GAMING ACTINDIAN GAMING REGULATION ACTINDIAN GAMING REGULATORY ACT 1988INDIAN GAMING REGULATORY ACT IGRAINDIAN GAMING REGULATORY ACT SESSION ONE E… Date. This week, the U.S. Department of Justice released a legal opinion, which found that the Federal Wire Act imposes a criminal prohibition against all forms of online gambling. The opinion reversed the 2011 Obama era DOJ memo, which found that the Wire Act is limited to online sports betting. In large part because of the 2011 DOJ

opinion

NIGA | NEWS

The National Indian Gaming Association. Washington, D.C. – February 27, 2021 – The National Indian Gaming Association joins the res. Feb 12, 2021. Press Release. Indian Gaming 2021 Tradeshow Moving To. Washington DC (February 17, 2021) - The National Indian Gaming Association announced. Jan 21, 2021. News.

NIGA | ABOUT US

About Us. Incorporated in 1985, National Indian Gaming Association (NIGA) is an inter-tribal association of federally recognized Indian Tribes united with the mission of protecting and preserving tribal sovereignty and the ability of Tribes to attain economic self-sufficiency through gaming and other forms of economic

development.

NIGA | ARIZONA TRIBES SIGN HISTORIC TRIBAL-STATE GAMING Phoenix, Ariz. – April 16, 2021 – National Indian Gaming Association Chairman Ernie Stevens, Jr., joined tribes in Arizona yesterday at the Heard Museum to witness the official signing of significant tribal-state gaming compact amendments and a NIGA | THE NATIONAL INDIAN GAMING ASSOCIATION MOURNS THE Washington, D.C. – October 12, 2020 – The National Indian Gaming Association is sad to announce that Max Osceola Jr., the former tribal council member of the Tribal Council of the Seminole Tribe of Florida, died October 8th from complications due to COVID-19 at Cleveland Clinic in Weston, Fla. Osceola, 70, served for more than two decades as a Tribal Council representative on the Seminole NIGA | TRUMP SIGNS COVID-RELIEF AND GOVERNMENT FY 2021 January 4th, 2021. On December 28th, President Donald L. Trump signed the FY 2021 Omnibus Appropriations and COVID Relief Bill (H.R. 133) after threatening a veto over numerous provisions that remained unchanged. An agreement between President Trump, Speaker Nancy Pelosi, and Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, stipulated that there will be a NIGA | NIGA MOURNS THE LOSS OF NATIONAL INDIAN GAMING According to the Oneida Nation, Hill passed away unexpectantly in his family home on the Oneida Reservation. NIGA Chairman Ernie Stevens, Jr., said, "Rick was a great friend and brother. He was my coach, mentor, and one of the finest tribal leaders of our time." Stevens added, "His passing is a tremendous loss for our Indian gaming family

and

NIGA | NATIONAL INDIAN GAMING ASSOCIATION “MY VOTE WILL In October 2019, the National Indian Gaming Association announced the creation of the gaming organizations Get Out the Vote campaign – "My Vote Will Count," leading up to the 2020 General Elections in November of 2020. The National Indian Gaming Association developed this grassroots effort with partners, including Member Tribes, sister

tribal

NIGA | TRIBAL MEMBERS Tribal Members. Become a member tribe. Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians. Palm Springs, CA. (760) 699-6800. Alabama-Coushatta Tribes. Livingston, TX. (936) 563-1100. Blackfeet Nation. NIGA | URGENT ALERT! SENATE ENERGY AND NATURAL RESOURCES Today, the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee scheduled their vote for the nomination of Representative Debra Haaland (NM-01) to take place this Thursday, March 4, 2021 NIGA | LEGAL OPINION ALERT: DOJ WIRE ACT OPINION Date. This week, the U.S. Department of Justice released a legal opinion, which found that the Federal Wire Act imposes a criminal prohibition against all forms of online gambling. The opinion reversed the 2011 Obama era DOJ memo, which found that the Wire Act is limited to online sports betting. In large part because of the 2011 DOJ

opinion

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