California Tribe Voices Opposition to Anti-Sweepstakes Legislation

The Sherwood Valley Band of Pomo Indians has voiced their opposition to Assembly Bill 831 (AB 831), a proposed legislation that could potentially impact the gaming industry in California, specifically sweepstakes gaming operators.

In a letter penned by Buffey W. Bourassa, the secretary of the Sherwood Valley Band, the tribe expressed their concerns that AB 831 threatens their inherent right to create legitimate revenue streams to support their people. The letter was addressed to the Senate Appropriations Committee.

The Sherwood Valley Band believes that AB 831 has advanced without meaningful consultation of broader tribal interests. They join two other California tribes, the Soboba Band of Luiseño Indians and unspecified others, in opposing the bill.

The issue at hand revolves around the regulation of sweepstakes gaming in California. Jeff Edelstein, a casino reports contributor, is associated with the story.

The Sherwood Valley Band has not stated whether they have any financial interests in sweepstakes gaming operators. Neither have they mentioned any potential alternatives to AB 831 for regulating sweepstakes gaming in California.

The bill under discussion targets sweepstakes gaming operators in California. The Sherwood Valley Band has not specified why they believe AB 831 threatens their right to create revenue streams. They also argue that the bill lacks the alleged unanimous support among California tribes.

The opposition to the bill comes from the Sherwood Valley Band, a tribe in California, who have taken a stand against AB 831 in a bid to protect their economic interests. The story serves as a reminder of the complexities and nuances involved in legislative decisions affecting the gaming industry in California.