The Washington State Gambling Commission and Confederated Tribes and Bands of the Yakama Nation have tentatively agreed to amend the Class III state tribal gaming compact to add new provisions. These apply to the Yakama Legends Casino in Toppenish.
The amendments allow for higher betting limits and give the ability to extend credit to customers.
Commission Chairwoman Alicia Levy commented, “This amendment provides the Yakama Nation the opportunity to modernize and improve gaming for their guests.” She added, “We at the Gambling Commission are grateful for the successful negotiating process that clears the way for this update.”
Before the amendments take effect, they must be approved first by the Gambling Commission, then by Washington Governor Jay Inslee and the legislature. The Senate Labor and Commerce Committee and House Commerce and Gaming Committee will hold hearings on the amendment later this month.
Final approval is required from the U.S. Department of the Interior, which reviews all tribal state gaming compacts.
