[Unified Agenda of Federal Regulatory and Deregulatory Actions]
[National Indian Gaming Commission Semiannual Regulatory Agenda]
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Part LIX





National Indian Gaming Commission





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Semiannual Regulatory Agenda

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NATIONAL INDIAN GAMING COMMISSION (NIGC)                               


  



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NATIONAL INDIAN GAMING COMMISSION

25 CFR Ch. III

Semiannual Regulatory Agenda

AGENCY:  National Indian Gaming Commission.

ACTION:  Semiannual regulatory agenda.

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SUMMARY:  The National Indian Gaming Commission today is publishing an 
agenda of its open and anticipated rulemaking actions. The agenda is a 
general announcement to the public intended to provide notice of 
rulemaking actions in which the public may wish to participate. In the 
near future, the Commission intends to issue Notices of Proposed 
Rulemaking, Advance Notices of Proposed Rulemaking, or Final Rules for 
the following: rules concerning technical amendments to the Minimum 
Internal Control Standards; rules concerning practice before the 
Commission; rules establishing a process for the assessment, 
notification, and collection of debts owed the NIGC; rules revising 
tribal background investigation submission requirements and timing; 
rules concerning the classification, review, and approval of games and 
devices used in tribal gaming; rules concerning environment, public 
health and safety; rules concerning hearings and appeals procedures; 
rules concerning enforcement; rules concerning definitions; rules 
revising the scope and review of management contracts; rules concerning 
net gaming revenue; rules concerning administrative fees; rules 
revising Freedom of Information Act procedures; rules concerning gaming 
facility licensing standards; and rules implementing the National 
Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). The Commission invites questions and 
public comment on individual agenda items.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:  Cynthia Omberg, National Indian 
Gaming Commission, 1441 L Street NW., 9th Floor, Washington, DC 20005, 
(202) 632-7003 (not a toll-free number).

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:  In accordance with Executive Order 12866 
``Regulatory Planning and Review'' and the Regulatory Flexibility Act, 
5 U.S.C. 605, executive agencies are required to publish semiannual 
regulatory agendas in the Federal Register in April and October of each 
year.

     The regulations being considered by the Commission are not 
``significant'' rules within the meaning of E.O. 12866, and no 
Regulatory Impact Analysis is required. The Commission also has 
determined, under the Regulatory Flexibility Act, that most of the 
regulations under consideration will not have a significant 
economic impact on a substantial number of small entities. For 
these regulations, no Regulatory Flexibility Analysis is required. 
The Commission has not yet determined whether the long-term actions 
concerning implementation of the National Environmental Policy Act 
or gaming facility licensing require a Regulatory Flexibility 
Analysis. The proposed rules are not covered under section 202 of 
the Unfunded Mandates Reform Act (Pub. L. 104-4), as they are not 
Federal mandates that may result in an expenditure of $100 million 
or more in any one year by State, local, or tribal governments, in 
the aggregate, or the private sector. Further, these proposed rules 
are not considered major under 5 U.S.C. 801 enacted by Public Law 
104-121, and, therefore, are not subject to section 801's 60-day 
deferral requirement.

 Montie R. Deer,

Chairman, National Indian Gaming Commission.

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                                                                                                    Regulation
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  Number                                                                                              Number
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4377        Practice Before the Commission......................................................     3141-AA07
4378        Tribal Background Investigation Submission Requirements and Timing..................     3141-AA15
4379        Technical Amendments to the Minimum Internal Control Standards......................     3141-AA24
4380        Debt Collection.....................................................................     3141-AA25
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                               National Indian Gaming Commission--Final Rule Stage
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                                                                                                    Regulation
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4381        Game Classification.................................................................     3141-AA12
4382        Environment and Public Health and Safety............................................     3141-AA17
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                                                                                                    Regulation
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4383        Hearings and Appeals Procedure......................................................     3141-AA08
4384        Enforcement.........................................................................     3141-AA09
4385        Definitions.........................................................................     3141-AA10

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4386        Management Contracts................................................................     3141-AA13
4387        Net Gaming Revenue..................................................................     3141-AA14
4388        Administrative Fees.................................................................     3141-AA16
4389        Freedom of Information Act Procedures (Amendments)..................................     3141-AA21
4390        Gaming Facility Licensing Standards.................................................     3141-AA23
4391        National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) Implementing Regulations...................     3141-AA26
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4377. PRACTICE BEFORE THE COMMISSION

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 25 USC 2706(b)(10)

CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will establish guidelines and procedures for 
attorneys and non-attorneys who represent tribes or private companies 
before the Commission.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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NPRM                            05/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Tribal

Agency Contact: William F. Grant, Senior Attorney, National Indian 
Gaming Commission, Suite 9100, 1441 L Street NW., Washington, DC 20005
Phone: 202 632-7003
Fax: 202 632-7066
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3141-AA07
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4378. TRIBAL BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS AND TIMING

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 25 USC 2706(b)(3)

CFR Citation: 25 CFR 556; 25 CFR 558

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule revises timing and submission requirements.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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NPRM                            07/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Tribal

Agency Contact: Penny J. Coleman, Deputy General Counsel, National 
Indian Gaming Commission, Suite 9100, 1441 L Street NW., Washington, DC 
20005
Phone: 202 632-7003
Fax: 202 632-7066
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3141-AA15
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4379. TECHNICAL AMENDMENTS TO THE MINIMUM INTERNAL CONTROL STANDARDS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 25 USC 2702; 25 USC 2706(b)(10)

CFR Citation: 25 CFR 542

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The National Indian Gaming Commission anticipates that there 
will be a need to make technical changes to the minimum internal 
control standards in response to changes in technology and the gaming 
industry. Because these standards are established by Federal 
regulation, it is necessary to make the changes to the current 
standards, which should result in better internal control standards 
with minimal anticipated costs.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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ANPRM                           11/27/00                    65 FR 70673
ANPRM Comment Period End        03/30/01                    66 FR 12916
NPRM                            12/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Tribal

Agency Contact: Penny J. Coleman, Deputy General Counsel, National 
Indian Gaming Commission, Suite 9100, 1441 L Street NW., Washington, DC 
20005
Phone: 202 632-7003
Fax: 202 632-7066
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3141-AA24
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4380. DEBT COLLECTION

Priority: Other Significant

Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

Legal Authority: 31 USC 3716; 25 USC 2713(a)(1)

CFR Citation: 25 CFR 580

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This regulation will establish a process for the assessment, 
notification, and collection of debts owed the National Indian Gaming 
Commission.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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NPRM                            08/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Tribal

Agency Contact: Cynthia S. Omberg, Attorney, National Indian Gaming 
Commission, Suite 9100, 1441 L Street, NW, Washington, DC 20005
Phone: 202 632-7003
Fax: 202 632-7066
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3141-AA25

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4381. GAME CLASSIFICATION

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 25 USC 2702; 25 USC 2703; 25 USC 2705; 25 USC 2706; 25 
USC 2710; 25 USC 2713

CFR Citation: 25 CFR Part 504

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will establish processes for the classification, 
review, and approval of games and devices used in tribal gaming.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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NPRM                            11/10/99                    64 FR 61234
NPRM Comment Period End         02/24/00
Final Action                    08/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: State, Tribal

Agency Contact: Penny J. Coleman, Deputy General Counsel, National 
Indian Gaming Commission, Suite 9100, 1441 L Street NW., Washington, DC 
20005
Phone: 202 632-7003
Fax: 202 632-7066
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3141-AA12
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4382. ENVIRONMENT AND PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY

Priority: Other Significant

Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

Legal Authority: 25 USC 2710(b)(2)(E)

CFR Citation: 25 CFR 573

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: It is necessary for the National Indian Gaming Commission to 
promulgate regulations which ensure that tribal gaming facilities are 
constructed and maintained in a manner that protects the environment 
and the public health and safety.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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ANPRM                           04/27/99                    64 FR 22588
ANPRM Comment Period End        06/28/99
NPRM                            07/24/00                    65 FR 45558
NPRM Comment Period End         01/19/01
Final Action                    12/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Tribal

Agency Contact: Christine Nagle, National Indian Gaming Commission, 
Suite 9100, 1441 L Street NW., Washington, DC 20005
Phone: 202 632-7003
Fax: 202 632-7066
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3141-AA17
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4383. HEARINGS AND APPEALS PROCEDURE

Priority: Other Significant

CFR Citation: 25 CFR 522 to 524; 25 CFR 533; 25 CFR 535; 25 CFR 539; 25 
CFR 573; 25 CFR 575; 25 CFR 577

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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NPRM                             To Be                       Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Tribal

Agency Contact: Richard B. Schiff
Phone: 202 632-7003
Fax: 202 632-7066
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3141-AA08
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4384. ENFORCEMENT

Priority: Other Significant

CFR Citation: 25 CFR 573

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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NPRM                             To Be                       Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Tribal

Agency Contact: Penny J. Coleman
Phone: 202 632-7003
Fax: 202 632-7066
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3141-AA09
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4385. DEFINITIONS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

CFR Citation: 25 CFR 502

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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NPRM                             To Be                       Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Tribal

Agency Contact: Penny J. Coleman
Phone: 202 632-7003
Fax: 202 632-7066
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3141-AA10
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4386. MANAGEMENT CONTRACTS

Priority: Other Significant

CFR Citation: 25 CFR 531; 25 CFR 533; 25 CFR 536

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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NPRM                             To Be                       Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Tribal

Agency Contact: Penny J. Coleman
Phone: 202 632-7003
Fax: 202 632-7066
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3141-AA13
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4387. NET GAMING REVENUE

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

CFR Citation: 25 CFR 571; 25 CFR 573

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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NPRM                             To Be                       Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Tribal

Agency Contact: Penny J. Coleman
Phone: 202 632-7003
Fax: 202 632-7066
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3141-AA14

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4388. ADMINISTRATIVE FEES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

CFR Citation: 25 CFR 514

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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NPRM                             To Be                       Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Tribal

Agency Contact: Penny J. Coleman
Phone: 202 632-7003
Fax: 202 632-7066
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3141-AA16
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4389. FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT PROCEDURES (AMENDMENTS)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

CFR Citation: 25 CFR 517.3; 25 CFR 517.6; 25 CFR 517.8

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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NPRM                             To Be                       Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Gregory Smith
Phone: 202 632-7003
Fax: 202 632-7066
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3141-AA21
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4390. GAMING FACILITY LICENSING STANDARDS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

CFR Citation: 25 CFR 522.4(b)(6); 25 CFR 522.6(b)

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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NPRM                             To Be                       Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Tribal

Agency Contact: Penny J. Coleman
Phone: 202 632-7003
Fax: 202 632-7066
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3141-AA23
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4391.  NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT (NEPA) IMPLEMENTING 
REGULATIONS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 42 USC 4332

CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This regulation will establish rules for compliance with the 
National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA).

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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NPRM                             To Be                       Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Tribal

Agency Contact: Danna R. Jackson, Attorney, National Indian Gaming 
Commission, Suite 9100, 1441 L St., NW, Washington, DC 20005
Phone: 202 632-7003
Fax: 202 632-7066
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3141-AA26
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