The Senate Labor, Commerce, and Tribal Affairs Committee will hold a hearing on February 1 to discuss the changes, followed by a meeting in a House committee on the matter on February 4. With an agreement reached, there are still steps to be taken to formalize the compact.

The tribe must provide more funding for treatment along with contributions to charity and community impact organizations. To be able to offer the new and expanded operations, the tribe must work with state officials and grow its responsible gambling program. The compact would allow for new payment methods, including the use of smart cards or near-field communication devices for approved customers. The casino could also offer $5,000 wagers in some instances once the customer completes a screening process.įor electronic gaming terminals, the deal allows for 3,000 machines in one venue or in two combined. Around 25% of the gaming tables could have wagering limits as high as $1,000. The tribe could offer up to 125 gaming tables at one facility or combined between two venues. There are several proposed changes within the amended gaming compact. The compact changes also will see the tribe increase responsible gambling promotion and contribute more to the local community. The tribe operates the Snoqualmie Casino, about a half-hour drive east of Seattle, where customers will soon have access to more gaming tables and higher wagering limits. Increase responsible gambling promotion and contribute more to the local community The changes will allow the tribe to offer new and expanded gaming options in Washington. The Snoqualmie Indian Tribe and the Washington State Gambling Commission have reached a tentative agreement to amend the tribe’s Class III gaming compact, adding new provisions.

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