Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah) petitions governor for full gaming license
This week it was announced that the Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah) have petitioned Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker to begin negotiations regarding casino gaming. The tribe would like to receive a full gaming license, with the option to offer mobile sports betting as well.
A letter was sent to the governor in early September with tribal chairwoman Cheryl Andrews Maltais making the case for the tribe to begin negotiations. The tribe would need to set up a compact with the state to offer such gaming options based on the Indian Gaming Rights Act.
Releasing the Letter to the Public
The request letter was made public this week by a select board of the tribe after a copy was obtained. Board members felt it was important for the community…