Hochul: Seneca Compact Extension ‘Important Momentum’ For Longer-Term Deal
The Seneca Nation of Indians had its New York casino compact extended until March as officials work to lock down a longer-term deal.
Grant Lucas is a former managing editor for PlayNY. A longtime, award-winning sports writer, Grant has covered gambling and legal sports betting since 2018, when he got his start reporting on the New Jersey and Pennsylvania industries. He now oversees PlayNY as New York expands legalized gambling to sports betting and online casino gaming.
The Seneca Nation of Indians had its New York casino compact extended until March as officials work to lock down a longer-term deal.
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