Cost Allocation: Regulatory fees for each tribe's gaming activities shall be determined according to the state's current cost allocation model.In addition, the proposed amendment does not change the maximum number of machines allowed at a facility. Player Terminal Allocations: Each tribe's allocation of player terminals (gaming machines) is increased from 975 to 1,075.Restriction on Electronic Benefits Cards: Each tribe must ensure all cash dispensing outlets and point of sale machines within its gaming facilities do not accept electronic benefits cards.The revision to the amendment includes the 2015 Amendment and Appendix X2 Addendum agreed to with 27 of the 29 federally-recognized tribes in Washington. The initial amendment clarifies the definitions of €˜gaming operation' and €˜tribe,' allowing tribally-chartered entities, wholly-owned by the Tribe, to own the Class III gaming facilities. This is the first of two amendments that will reflect current regulatory practices, reduce duplication between tribal and state regulators and clarify the roles for each party, said Commission Chair Bud Sizemore. The Puyallup Tribe of Indians operates two casinos- the Emerald Queen Casino I-5 in Tacoma and the Emerald Queen Hotel & Casino in Fife. The Washington State Gambling Commission has reached a tentative agreement with the Puyallup Tribe of Indians on a revised amendment to its Class III gaming compact.
