gaming compacts

Gaming compacts are formal agreements between states and Native American tribes that authorize tribes to operate gaming facilities, such as casinos, on their lands. These compacts outline rules, regulations, and revenue sharing arrangements for gaming activities, ensuring states maintain oversight and benefit from the economic growth. They help regulate gaming to prevent illegal activities, promote fair play, and support community development. Essentially, gaming compacts create a structured partnership, balancing tribal sovereignty with state interests in regulating and benefiting from gaming operations.