[Federal Register Volume 76, Number 157 (Monday, August 15, 2011)]
[Proposed Rules]
[Page 50436]
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[FR Doc No: 2011-20721]


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DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR

National Indian Gaming Commission

25 CFR Chapter III


Class II Gaming Regulation Proposals Submitted by Poarch Band of 
Creek Indians on Behalf of Tribal Gaming Working Group

AGENCY: National Indian Gaming Commission, Interior.

ACTION: Request for comments.

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SUMMARY: The National Indian Gaming Commission (NIGC) is publishing for 
comment Class II Gaming Regulation Proposals submitted on July 28, 2011 
by the Poarch Band of Creek Indians (PBCI) on behalf of the Tribal 
Gaming Working Group (TGWG). PBCI and TGWG state their proposals were 
drafted with the intent of ensuring that all controls are covered in 
the current regulations, while at the same time removing some of the 
strict procedural steps and tasks not appropriately characterized as 
standards. PBCI and TGWG also assert that the current regulations are 
difficult to use and apply due to duplication across multiple sections, 
dated terminology, and procedures that are obsolete and not reflective 
of current technology.

DATES: Comments must be received on or before October 7, 2011.

ADDRESSES: You may submit comments by any one of the following methods, 
however, please note that comments sent by electronic mail are strongly 
encouraged.
     E-mail comments to: [email protected].
     Mail comments to: Lael Echo-Hawk, Counselor to the Chair, 
National Indian Gaming Commission, 1441 L Street, NW., Suite 9100, 
Washington, DC 20005.
     Hand deliver comments to: 1441 L Street, NW., Suite 9100, 
Washington, DC 20005.
     Fax comments to: Lael Echo-Hawk, Counselor to the Chair, 
National Indian Gaming Commission at 202-632-0045.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Lael Echo-Hawk, Counselor to the 
Chair, National Indian Gaming Commission, 1441 L Street, NW., Suite 
9100, Washington, DC 20005. Telephone: 202-632-7009; email: 
[email protected]

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:

I. General Information

    The National Indian Gaming Commission (NIGC) is requesting comments 
on the Class II Gaming Regulation Proposals submitted on July 28, 2011 
by the Poarch Band of Creek Indians (PBCI) on behalf of the Tribal 
Gaming Working Group (TGWG). PBCI and TGWG state their proposals were 
drafted with the intent of ensuring that all controls are covered in 25 
CFR Part 543, while at the same time removing some of the strict 
procedural steps and tasks not appropriately characterized as 
standards. PBCI and TGWG also assert that the current regulations are 
difficult to use and apply due to duplication across multiple sections, 
dated terminology, and procedures that are obsolete and not reflective 
of current technology.

A. How can I get copies of this document and other comments submitted 
in regard to this document?

    You can access publicly available documents related to this 
document at http://www.nigc.gov/Portals/0/NIGC%20Uploads/Tribal%20Consultation/Regulatory%20Review%202010-2011/NRRA/AAAFinalPackageSubmittedNIGCon072911.pdf. Public comments related to 
this action can be found at http://www.nigc.gov/Tribal_Consultation/Regulatory_Review_2011-2012/Group_3_25_CFR_Parts_543_547.aspx.

B. What should I consider as I prepare my comments for NIGC?

    When submitting comments, remember to:
    1. Explain why you agree or disagree; suggest alternatives and 
substitute language for your requested changes.
    2. Describe any assumptions and provide any technical information 
and/or date that you used.
    3. If you estimate potential costs of burdens, explain how you 
arrived at your estimate in sufficient detail to allow for it to be 
reproduced.
    4. Provide specific examples to illustrate your concerns and 
suggest alternatives. Explain your views as clearly as possible.
    5. Make sure to submit your comments by the comment period deadline 
identified.

II. What action is the agency taking?

    NIGC is announcing the availability of Class II Gaming Regulation 
proposals from PCBI and TGWG and requesting comment from the public.

List of Subjects

    Class II Minimum Internal Control Standards, Class II Technical 
Standards, and related Guidance and Bulletin documents.

    Dated: August 10, 2011, Washington, DC.
Tracie L. Stevens,
Chairwoman.
Steffani A. Cochran,
Vice-Chairwoman.
Daniel J. Little,
Associate Commissioner.
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