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While Nevada is famous globally, the vast majority of physical casino locations in the United States are actually located on tribal lands.

The existence of these massive tribal resorts is the result of decades of complex legal battles and federal legislation.

The Legal Foundation: The IGRA of 1988

The primary goal of the IGRA was to promote tribal economic development, self-sufficiency, and strong local governments.

Under the IGRA, gaming is divided into three distinct classes, each subject to entirely different levels of state and federal regulation.

• The National Indian Gaming Commission (NIGC) is the federal agency tasked with regulating and auditing these massive tribal operations
• Before a tribe can build a Class III casino, they must prove historical ties to the specific land where the resort will be constructed
• The revenue generated is legally required to be used for tribal government operations, charitable donations, or the general welfare of the tribe

Class II vs. Class III Machines: The Hidden Difference

A common complaint from tourists is that the slot machines in certain tribal casinos feel 'weird' or behave unexpectedly.

In a true Class III Vegas slot machine, an internal Random Number Generator determines the outcome of your spin the exact millisecond you press the button.

From the massive Foxwoods Resort in Connecticut to small bingo halls in the Midwest, tribal gaming is incredibly diverse.