Nooksack Tribe Gets Eighth Casino Amendment Because Gambling Rules
Published Date: 11/26/2025
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Summary
The Nooksack Indian Tribe and Washington State have updated their gaming agreement, adding new rules like allowing electronic table games and sports betting. Since the government didn’t act within 45 days, this update automatically became official on November 26, 2025. This means the tribe can offer more gaming options, following the new rules, without any delay or extra costs.
Analyzed Economic Effects
4 provisions identified: 3 benefits, 0 costs, 1 mixed.
Amendment Approved by Operation of Law
The eighth amendment to the Tribal-State compact between the Nooksack Indian Tribe and the State of Washington is considered approved by operation of law because the Secretary did not act within the 45-day review period. The amendment takes effect on November 26, 2025, but is approved only to the extent it is consistent with the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act (IGRA).
Gambling Age Restrictions Revised
The amendment revises age restrictions on gambling for Class III gaming in the Nooksack Tribe–Washington State compact. These revised age rules take effect on November 26, 2025 and apply to gaming activities covered by the compact on the Tribe's Indian lands in Washington.
Electronic Table Games Permitted
The eighth amendment permits electronic table gaming under the Class III compact between the Nooksack Indian Tribe and Washington State. The provision is effective November 26, 2025 and applies to gaming on the Tribe's Indian lands covered by the compact.
Sports Wagering Included
The amendment permits sports wagering under the Class III compact between the Nooksack Indian Tribe and the State of Washington. This change takes effect on November 26, 2025 and applies to wagering activities on the Tribe's Indian lands covered by the compact.
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