The Wyandotte Nation and the State of Kansas agreed to a new Tribal State Gaming Compact on Tuesday, March 31, allowing the Tribe’s casinos to run Class III gaming in the state.
Wyandotte Nation Chief Billy Friend and Kansas Governor Laura Kelly signed the new compact.
“The Wyandotte Nation celebrates this historic day for our people,” Chief Friend said. “We express deep gratitude to Governor Kelly and her staff, who met us government-to-government at the negotiation table, thereby completing the Nation’s negotiation attempts dating back to 1992. The funds generated from Class III gaming under this Compact will be used to fund the Wyandotte Nation’s government and the services we offer to our citizens and community.
“The histories of Kansas and the Wyandotte Nation are woven together, and we look forward to a healthy co-management relationship.”
The new compact will also allow the Wyandotte Nation to look at sports betting for its casinos, the 7th Street Casino located in Kansas City, and the Crosswinds Casino located in Park City near Wichita.
Governor Kelly said the historic signing of the Tribal State Compact Among the Wyandotte Nation and the State of Kansas is a crucial step toward solidifying the relationship between our two governments. She said she was honored to be joined by Chief Friend and the Wyandotte Nation for this important advancement.
