The Native Village of Eklutna has paused work on its planned tribal casino, the Chin’an Gaming Hall, following a recent reversal in federal policy concerning tribal land gaming authority, per Anchorage Daily News.
The proposed project, located north of Anchorage, involved constructing a 58,000-square-foot permanent casino. It was set to replace a temporary prefabricated gaming hall currently operational.
Key takeaways:
- Native Village of Eklutna halts casino construction due to federal policy change
- Legal disputes emerge over tribal land authority and gaming regulation
- Local and state opposition complicates future expansion plans
The permanent facility was expected to feature numerous slot machines and dining options. Tribal leadership has stated they are engaging with federal officials to understand the implications of the policy change before resuming the casino construction in Anchorage…