• Affirm that the United States’ Nation-to-Nation relationship with Native Nations is based on true Indian Self-Determination. • Promote Economic Development for prosperous, sustainable tribal communities.
SPORTS BETTING ON THE RISE With the Indian gaming temporary closures, many Indian tribes have renewed interest in Sports Betting and Internet gaming. Our accountant, Grant Eve, reports: The NFL is on target to earn $2.3 billion annually from legal sports betting. In addition, seven NFL teams currently have relationships with gaming operators and that number will continue to increase. The Chickasaw Nation and WinStar Casino recently signed a deal with the Dallas Cowboys to become their official casino sponsor, the Green Bay Packers expanded their relationship with the Oneida Casino and the Buffalo Bills with Seneca Resorts and Casinos. More states will legalize sports betting. 13 states have passed full scale legalized sports betting with many recent bills introduced and moving in the state legislatures. Many of our Indian tribes will be looking to Sports Betting for a new revenue source. 2020 ELECTIONS On November 3, 2020, we will elect our President and Congress and we must vote for candidates who will support Indian nations. This election will have wide-ranging impacts on our efforts to re-start Native America’s Economy. America’s President and elected leaders must understand Indian gaming and Indian sovereignty. CLOSING In closing, the mission of the National Indian Gaming Association has always been to protect and preserve tribal sovereignty and the ability of tribes to engage in gaming to provide for our communities. We need to re-open our facilities in a safe public health environment and that means wearing masks, washing hands, continuous cleaning and social distancing. Through these times, we are on the frontlines in Washington, D.C. to work on behalf of our Member Tribes. We must promote Indian gaming and economic stimulus right now! My prayers go out to those impacted by this virus. We pray for a safe journey for those who have walked on, for the continued safety of those medical professionals, caregivers, and first responders, and for the continued health and safety for our tribal communities.
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