§ 71A-8. Authorization for federally recognized Indian tribes.
§ 71A‑8. Authorizationfor federally recognized Indian tribes.
In recognition of thegovernmental relationship between the State, federally recognized Indian tribesand the United States, a federally recognized Indian tribe may conduct gamesconsistent with the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act, Public Law 100‑497,that are in accordance with a valid Tribal‑State compact executed by theGovernor pursuant to G.S. 147‑12(14) and approved by the U.S. Departmentof Interior under the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act, and such games shall not beunlawful or against the public policy of the State if the State permits suchgaming for any purpose by any person, organization, or entity. (2001‑513, s. 29(b).)