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Last October, Burrel Jones made a trip to the Naskila Gaming center in Livingston, Texas. The bingo hall is located on the reservation of the Alabama-Coushatta tribe, and he expected just another routine visit. What he got, though, was a tumble down the stairs and a trip to the hospital. As a result, he took the tribe to court, arguing that, since the gambling facility was operating 'illegally,' it wasn't entitled to protections normally provided to tribes. Now, Jones is suffering pain in his hip and his wallet.

As part of a federal policy to provide restitution to native Indian tribes for having been essentially wiped out as Europeans moved into what is now the U.S., recognized tribes are generally immune from lawsuits. An exception is made if they have waived this immunity – something that would be foolish to do. However, Jones asserted that the tribe was breaking state law by offering the bingo games, in violation of the Texas Restoration Act, according to his lawsuit, and, therefore, wasn't immune from his lawsuit.

Alabama-Coushatta Reservation This 4,593-acre reservation is the oldest. Located 17 miles east of Livingston on U.S. Highway 190 in Polk County, the Alabama-Coushatta Indian Reservation comprises. Jul 11, 2019 The Alabama-Coushatta became federally recognized in 1987, just one year before IGRA's enactment, at the same time as the Ysleta del Sur Pueblo (Tigua) of El Paso. Blue and white ram slots slot.

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The TRA states that tribal gaming activity cannot be offered unless it matches what is available throughout the Lone Star State. Some lawmakers have tried to assert that the gambling facility's games violate the TRA, but the tribe has continuously been able to gather support for its argument that the games are no different than what is found elsewhere throughout Texas. Lawmakers in the state are currently discussing a bill that would clear the air, but Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is still fighting, and wants the Alabama-Coushatta tribe to be fined $10,000 a day for having the Naskila Gaming center open. That fine would be retroactive to May 2016.

When Jones took his spill, he fractured his humerus, sustained radial nerve damage and was knocked unconscious. The incident has allegedly resulted in impaired cognitive functions and mobility, nausea and permanent leg damage, and he wanted the tribe to be held accountable. Arguing that the gambling facility was illegally operating, the tribe couldn't claim immunity. Why he would take part in activity that, according to him, was illegal isn't clear, but that's a subject for another day.

In stating the tribe's case and requesting a dismissal, lawyers told the judge, 'Tribal immunity is a common-law right of the Tribe that exists independent of the Restoration Act, subject to express modification by Congress or the Tribe itself (which does not exist here). No violation of the Restoration Act could even conceivably give rise to judicial revocation of the Tribe's centuries-old sovereign authority.'

The judge agreed, explaining that only Congress has the authority to alter the definition of sovereign immunity. The courts, he added, have no say in the matter and, as such, could not legally hear the case. Jones will simply have to work things out on his own.

The Alabama-Coushatta Tribe is Seeking Fair and Equal Treatment Regarding Class II Indian Gaming in Texas

(June 21, 2019) – The Ysleta del Sur Pueblo and Alabama-Coushatta Tribe of Texas Equal and Fair Opportunity Settlement Act (House Resolution 759), authored by Congressman Brian Babin of Texas, clarifies the right of the Alabama-Coushatta Tribe to offer electronic bingo games at their entertainment facility on the reservation.

There are three federally recognized Tribes in Texas. Only one Tribe, the Kickapoo, are legally allowed to offer Class II gaming on its reservation. This is not fair.

In order to correct that imbalance, HR 759, if passed by Congress will do the following;

• Corrects conflicting congressional statutes stemming from the 1987 Restoration Act and the 1988 Indian Gaming Regulatory Act;
• DOES NOT allow Class III Vegas style gaming such as table and card games against the house.
  
• Allows for the Alabama-Coushatta Tribe and the Ysleta del Sur Pueblo Tribe to conduct electronic bingo and only electronic bingo on their reservations;
• Provides for the equal and fair opportunity for tribal economic development in the State of Texas

Thousands of Native American tribes in this country operate gaming facilities. There are three classes of Indian Gaming.

• Class I – Traditional Tribal games
• Class II – Bingo
• Class III – Games of chance against the House

H.R. 759 – Ysleta del Sur Pueblo and Alabama-Coushatta Tribe of Texas Equal and Fair Opportunity Settlement Act – authored by Congressman Brian Babin of Texas.

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H.R. 759 is 19 words long and reads: 'Nothing in this Act shall be construed to preclude or limit the applicability of the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act (25 U.S.C. 2701 et seq.).'

• Provides for the equal and fair opportunity for tribal economic development in the State of Texas;
• Corrects conflicting congressional statutes stemming from the 1987 Restoration Act and the 1988 Indian Gaming Regulatory Act;
• Allows for the Alabama-Coushatta Tribe and the Ysleta del Sur Pueblo to conduct electronic bingo and only electronic bingo on their reservations;
• DOES NOT allow Class III Vegas style gaming such as table and card games; under the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act-Class III Gaming requires a compact with the state, 25 U.S.C. § 2701(3).

In January 2019, U.S. Representative Brian Babin (R-TX) introduced H.R. 759. There are currently 24 co-sponsors, including 7 from the Texas delegation. There are 12 Republicans and 12 Democrats among these co-sponsors.

Yes. The State of Texas filed a legal challenge to Naskila Gaming. The Attorney General of the State of Texas has asked a Federal District Court to find that under the Tribe's Restoration Act of 1987, the Alabama-Coushatta cannot offer gaming under the Indian Gaming Regulation Act (IGRA), passed in 1988.

You can email your elected officials and tell them of your support for HR 759 by going to the home page now.

Yes. The Alabama-Coushatta will continue to operate the Naskila Gaming facility. The state may be seeking a permanent closure, but until there is a court ruling affirming the state's allegations, the Alabama-Coushatta will continue to operate the facility.

Prior to Naskila's opening, Tribal Council directed the Tribal Attorneys to begin communicating with the Texas Attorney General's Office and a Pre-Litigation Agreement between the Tribe and the Attorney General's Office was reached which will allow Naskila Gaming to remain open during court proceedings. This is not the same legal case it was in 2001-2002.

The Alabama-Coushatta Tribe is Seeking Fair and Equal Treatment Regarding Class II Indian Gaming in Texas

(June 21, 2019) – The Ysleta del Sur Pueblo and Alabama-Coushatta Tribe of Texas Equal and Fair Opportunity Settlement Act (House Resolution 759), authored by Congressman Brian Babin of Texas, clarifies the right of the Alabama-Coushatta Tribe to offer electronic bingo games at their entertainment facility on the reservation.

There are three federally recognized Tribes in Texas. Only one Tribe, the Kickapoo, are legally allowed to offer Class II gaming on its reservation. This is not fair.

In order to correct that imbalance, HR 759, if passed by Congress will do the following;

• Corrects conflicting congressional statutes stemming from the 1987 Restoration Act and the 1988 Indian Gaming Regulatory Act;
• DOES NOT allow Class III Vegas style gaming such as table and card games against the house.
  
• Allows for the Alabama-Coushatta Tribe and the Ysleta del Sur Pueblo Tribe to conduct electronic bingo and only electronic bingo on their reservations;
• Provides for the equal and fair opportunity for tribal economic development in the State of Texas

Thousands of Native American tribes in this country operate gaming facilities. There are three classes of Indian Gaming.

• Class I – Traditional Tribal games
• Class II – Bingo
• Class III – Games of chance against the House

H.R. 759 – Ysleta del Sur Pueblo and Alabama-Coushatta Tribe of Texas Equal and Fair Opportunity Settlement Act – authored by Congressman Brian Babin of Texas.

Alabama Coushatta Indian Smoke Shop

H.R. 759 is 19 words long and reads: 'Nothing in this Act shall be construed to preclude or limit the applicability of the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act (25 U.S.C. 2701 et seq.).'

• Provides for the equal and fair opportunity for tribal economic development in the State of Texas;
• Corrects conflicting congressional statutes stemming from the 1987 Restoration Act and the 1988 Indian Gaming Regulatory Act;
• Allows for the Alabama-Coushatta Tribe and the Ysleta del Sur Pueblo to conduct electronic bingo and only electronic bingo on their reservations;
• DOES NOT allow Class III Vegas style gaming such as table and card games; under the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act-Class III Gaming requires a compact with the state, 25 U.S.C. § 2701(3).

In January 2019, U.S. Representative Brian Babin (R-TX) introduced H.R. 759. There are currently 24 co-sponsors, including 7 from the Texas delegation. There are 12 Republicans and 12 Democrats among these co-sponsors.

Yes. The State of Texas filed a legal challenge to Naskila Gaming. The Attorney General of the State of Texas has asked a Federal District Court to find that under the Tribe's Restoration Act of 1987, the Alabama-Coushatta cannot offer gaming under the Indian Gaming Regulation Act (IGRA), passed in 1988.

You can email your elected officials and tell them of your support for HR 759 by going to the home page now.

Yes. The Alabama-Coushatta will continue to operate the Naskila Gaming facility. The state may be seeking a permanent closure, but until there is a court ruling affirming the state's allegations, the Alabama-Coushatta will continue to operate the facility.

Prior to Naskila's opening, Tribal Council directed the Tribal Attorneys to begin communicating with the Texas Attorney General's Office and a Pre-Litigation Agreement between the Tribe and the Attorney General's Office was reached which will allow Naskila Gaming to remain open during court proceedings. This is not the same legal case it was in 2001-2002.

The Alabama-Coushatta are now operating the bingo gaming facility pursuant to federal authorization similar to Tribes all over the country. The bingo revenue derived from Naskila Gaming is providing much needed funding for vital Tribal government programs.

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May 17, 2016 – The Naskila Entertainment Center opens its doors for business. June 2, 2016 – Grand Opening Celebration