Massachusetts Governor Deals Blow To Tribal Casino Hopes

12 Feb, 2008 / GamblingCompliance Ltd. / Scott Van Voorhis

The booming Indian casino sector is facing a serious setback in one of its hottest new US markets, with Massachusetts officials raising serious concerns about plans for a tribal gaming resort in the state. Governor Deval Patrick’s opposition comes as federal officials in Washington DC take an increasingly skeptical view of proposals for new Indian casinos.