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Cherokee Nation Sues Arkansas Over Casino License

Cherokee Nation Entertainment sues Arkansas over the revocation of its casino license following a state voter initiative.

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Cherokee Nation EntertainmentChoctaw Nation Of OklahomaLocal Voters In Charge

Bart CalhounHans StiritzTim Griffin

What were the plans for the casino project in Pope County?: CNE planned a large casino complex in Pope County, including a hotel, conference center, and music venue. This project is now in jeopardy due to the legal challenge and the state's move to revoke their license.
What action did Arkansas voters take that led to the lawsuit?: The constitutional amendment, approved by Arkansas voters on Tuesday, blocks the construction of a planned casino in Pope County, one of four locations initially approved for casinos under a 2018 amendment. Casinos have already been established in the other three locations.
What is the history of casino development in Arkansas related to this issue?: The lawsuit is part of an ongoing conflict between Cherokee Nation and Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, which spent millions opposing the casino. The Choctaw Nation, operating a casino near the Arkansas border, supported the measure that overturned CNE's license.
What is the main issue of the lawsuit filed by Cherokee Nation Entertainment?: Cherokee Nation Entertainment (CNE) is suing Arkansas over a voter-approved measure that revokes its casino license in Pope County. The lawsuit, filed in federal court, argues the measure violates CNE's constitutional rights and seeks to prevent its enforcement.
How does the new constitutional amendment change the process of getting a casino license in Arkansas?: The approved amendment removes the Pope County casino authorization from the state constitution and requires future casino licenses to be approved by county voters. Currently, applicants need letters of support from local officials; this requirement changes with the new amendment.

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