To ensure that certain property which was taken into trust by the United States for the benefit of the Poarch Band of Creek Indians of Alabama shall be protected and shall not be used for gaming.

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Bill Number

HR 240

Introduced

Jan 20, 2001

Latest Action

Referred to the House Committee on Resources.

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Alabama Archaeology Arts, Culture, Religion Crime and Law Enforcement Fines (Penalties) Governmental investigations History Indian gambling operations Indian lands Injunctions Law Minorities Native Americans Organized crime Sports and Recreation

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Summary

Prohibits class II and class III gaming on Hickory Ground (land held in trust for the Poarch Band of Creek Indians of Alabama). Directs the Attorney General to investigate whether such gaming is being conducted and to take action to enforce such prohibition.

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Jan 20, 2001

Referred to the House Committee on Resources.
Jan 20, 2001

Introduced in House

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