Unified Agenda
25 CFR Ch. III
AGENCY:
National Indian Gaming Commission.
ACTION:
Semiannual regulatory agenda.
SUMMARY:
The National Indian Gaming Commission today is publishing an agenda of its open and anticipated rulemaking actions. The agenda is a general announcement to the public intended to provide notice of rulemaking actions in which the public may wish to participate. In the near future, the Commission intends to issue Notices of Proposed Rulemaking, Advance Notices of Proposed Rulemaking, or Final Rules for the following: rules concerning technical amendments to the Minimum Internal Control Standards; rules concerning practice before the Commission; rules establishing a process for the assessment, notification, and collection of debts owed the NIGC; rules revising tribal background investigation submission requirements and timing; rules concerning the classification, review, and approval of games and devices used in tribal gaming; rules concerning environment, public health and safety; rules concerning hearings and appeals procedures; rules concerning enforcement; rules concerning definitions; rules revising the scope and review of management contracts; rules concerning net gaming revenue; rules concerning administrative fees; rules revising Freedom of Information Act procedures; rules concerning gaming facility licensing standards; and rules implementing the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). The Commission invites questions and public comment on individual agenda items.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Cynthia Omberg, National Indian Gaming Commission, 1441 L Street NW., 9th Floor, Washington, DC 20005, (202) 632-7003 (not a toll-free number).
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
In accordance with Executive Order 12866 "Regulatory Planning and Review" and the Regulatory Flexibility Act, 5 U.S.C. 605, executive agencies are required to publish semiannual regulatory agendas in the Federal Register in April and October of each year.
The regulations being considered by the Commission are not "significant" rules within the meaning of E.O. 12866, and no Regulatory Impact Analysis is required. The Commission also has determined, under the Regulatory Flexibility Act, that most of the regulations under consideration will not have a significant economic impact on a substantial number of small entities. For these regulations, no Regulatory Flexibility Analysis is required. The Commission has not yet determined whether the long-term actions concerning implementation of the National Environmental Policy Act or gaming facility licensing require a Regulatory Flexibility Analysis. The proposed rules are not covered under section 202 of the Unfunded Mandates Reform Act (Pub. L. 104-4), as they are not Federal mandates that may result in an expenditure of $100 million or more in any one year by State, local, or tribal governments, in the aggregate, or the private sector. Further, these proposed rules are not considered major under 5 U.S.C. 801 enacted by Public Law 104-121, and, therefore, are not subject to section 801's 60-day deferral requirement.
Montie R. Deer, Chairman, National Indian Gaming Commission.
| National Indian Gaming Commission—Proposed Rule Stage | Sequence Number | Title | Regulation Identification Number |
|---|---|---|
| 4377 | Practice Before the Commission | 3141-AA07 |
| 4378 | Tribal Background Investigation Submission Requirements and Timing | 3141-AA15 |
| 4379 | Technical Amendments to the Minimum Internal Control Standards | 3141-AA24 |
| 4380 | Debt Collection | 3141-AA25 |
| National Indian Gaming Commission—Final Rule Stage | Sequence Number | Title | Regulation Identification Number |
|---|---|---|
| 4381 | Game Classification | 3141-AA12 |
| 4382 | Environment and Public Health and Safety | 3141-AA17 |
| National Indian Gaming Commission—Long-Term Actions | Sequence Number | Title | Regulation Identification Number |
|---|---|---|
| 4383 | Hearings and Appeals Procedure | 3141-AA08 |
| 4384 | Enforcement | 3141-AA09 |
| 4385 | Definitions | 3141-AA10 |
| 4386 | Management Contracts | 3141-AA13 |
| 4387 | Net Gaming Revenue | 3141-AA14 |
| 4388 | Administrative Fees | 3141-AA16 |
| 4389 | Freedom of Information Act Procedures (Amendments) | 3141-AA21 |
| 4390 | Gaming Facility Licensing Standards | 3141-AA23 |
| 4391 | National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) Implementing Regulations | 3141-AA26 |
4377. PRACTICE BEFORE THE COMMISSION
Agency:
National Indian Gaming Commission (NIGC)
Priority:
Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority:
25 USC 2706(b)(10)
CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)
Not Yet Determined
Legal Deadline:
None
Abstract:
This rule will establish guidelines and procedures for attorneys and non-attorneys who represent tribes or private companies before the Commission.
| Action | Date | FR Cite |
| NPRM | 05/00/01 |
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:
No
Government Levels Affected:
Tribal
Agency Contact:
William F. Grant, Senior Attorney, National Indian Gaming Commission, Suite 9100, 1441 L Street NW., Washington, DC 20005
Phone: 202 632-7003
Fax: 202 632-7066
Email: william_grant@nigc.doi.gov
RIN:
3141-AA07
4378. TRIBAL BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS AND TIMING
Agency:
National Indian Gaming Commission (NIGC)
Priority:
Other Significant
Legal Authority:
25 USC 2706(b)(3)
CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)
25 CFR 556; 25 CFR 558
Legal Deadline:
None
Abstract:
This rule revises timing and submission requirements.
| Action | Date | FR Cite |
| NPRM | 07/00/01 |
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:
No
Government Levels Affected:
Tribal
Agency Contact:
Penny J. Coleman, Deputy General Counsel, National Indian Gaming Commission, Suite 9100, 1441 L Street NW., Washington, DC 20005
Phone: 202 632-7003
Fax: 202 632-7066
Email: penny_coleman@nigc.doi.gov
RIN:
3141-AA15
4379. TECHNICAL AMENDMENTS TO THE MINIMUM INTERNAL CONTROL STANDARDS
Agency:
National Indian Gaming Commission (NIGC)
Priority:
Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority:
25 USC 2702; 25 USC 2706(b)(10)
CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)
25 CFR 542
Legal Deadline:
None
Abstract:
The National Indian Gaming Commission anticipates that there will be a need to make technical changes to the minimum internal control standards in response to changes in technology and the gaming industry. Because these standards are established by Federal regulation, it is necessary to make the changes to the current standards, which should result in better internal control standards with minimal anticipated costs.
| Action | Date | FR Cite |
| ANPRM | 11/27/00 | 65 FR 70673 |
| ANPRM Comment Period End | 03/30/01 | 66 FR 12916 |
| NPRM | 12/00/01 |
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:
No
Government Levels Affected:
Tribal
Agency Contact:
Penny J. Coleman, Deputy General Counsel, National Indian Gaming Commission, Suite 9100, 1441 L Street NW., Washington, DC 20005
Phone: 202 632-7003
Fax: 202 632-7066
Email: penny_coleman@nigc.doi.gov
RIN:
3141-AA24
Agency:
National Indian Gaming Commission (NIGC)
Priority:
Other Significant
Unfunded Mandates:
Undetermined
Legal Authority:
31 USC 3716; 25 USC 2713(a)(1)
CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)
25 CFR 580
Legal Deadline:
None
Abstract:
This regulation will establish a process for the assessment, notification, and collection of debts owed the National Indian Gaming Commission.
| Action | Date | FR Cite |
| NPRM | 08/00/01 |
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:
No
Small Entities Affected:
No
Government Levels Affected:
Tribal
Agency Contact:
Cynthia S. Omberg, Attorney, National Indian Gaming Commission, Suite 9100, 1441 L Street, NW, Washington, DC 20005
Phone: 202 632-7003
Fax: 202 632-7066
Email: cynthia_omberg@nigc.doi.gov
RIN:
3141-AA25
Agency:
National Indian Gaming Commission (NIGC)
Priority:
Other Significant
Legal Authority:
25 USC 2702; 25 USC 2703; 25 USC 2705; 25 USC 2706; 25 USC 2710; 25 USC 2713
CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)
25 CFR Part 504
Legal Deadline:
None
Abstract:
This rule will establish processes for the classification, review, and approval of games and devices used in tribal gaming.
| Action | Date | FR Cite |
| NPRM | 11/10/99 | 64 FR 61234 |
| NPRM Comment Period End | 02/24/00 | |
| Final Action | 08/00/01 |
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:
No
Government Levels Affected:
State, Tribal
Agency Contact:
Penny J. Coleman, Deputy General Counsel, National Indian Gaming Commission, Suite 9100, 1441 L Street NW., Washington, DC 20005
Phone: 202 632-7003
Fax: 202 632-7066
Email: penny_coleman@nigc.doi.gov
RIN:
3141-AA12
4382. ENVIRONMENT AND PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY
Agency:
National Indian Gaming Commission (NIGC)
Priority:
Other Significant
Unfunded Mandates:
Undetermined
Legal Authority:
25 USC 2710(b)(2)(E)
CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)
25 CFR 573
Legal Deadline:
None
Abstract:
It is necessary for the National Indian Gaming Commission to promulgate regulations which ensure that tribal gaming facilities are constructed and maintained in a manner that protects the environment and the public health and safety.
| Action | Date | FR Cite |
| ANPRM | 04/27/99 | 64 FR 22588 |
| ANPRM Comment Period End | 06/28/99 | |
| NPRM | 07/24/00 | 65 FR 45558 |
| NPRM Comment Period End | 01/19/01 | |
| Final Action | 12/00/01 |
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:
No
Government Levels Affected:
Tribal
Agency Contact:
Christine Nagle, National Indian Gaming Commission, Suite 9100, 1441 L Street NW., Washington, DC 20005
Phone: 202 632-7003
Fax: 202 632-7066
Email: christine_nagle@nigc.doi.gov
RIN:
3141-AA17
4383. HEARINGS AND APPEALS PROCEDURE
Agency:
National Indian Gaming Commission (NIGC)
Priority:
Other Significant
CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)
25 CFR 522 to 524; 25 CFR 533; 25 CFR 535; 25 CFR 539; 25 CFR 573; 25 CFR 575; 25 CFR 577
| Action | Date | FR Cite |
| NPRM | To Be Determined |
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:
No
Government Levels Affected:
Tribal
Agency Contact:
Richard B. Schiff
Phone: 202 632-7003
Fax: 202 632-7066
Email: richard_schiff@nigc.doi.gov
RIN:
3141-AA08
Agency:
National Indian Gaming Commission (NIGC)
Priority:
Other Significant
CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)
25 CFR 573
| Action | Date | FR Cite |
| NPRM | To Be Determined |
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:
No
Government Levels Affected:
Tribal
Agency Contact:
Penny J. Coleman
Phone: 202 632-7003
Fax: 202 632-7066
Email: penny_coleman@nigc.doi.gov
RIN:
3141-AA09
Agency:
National Indian Gaming Commission (NIGC)
Priority:
Substantive, Nonsignificant
CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)
25 CFR 502
| Action | Date | FR Cite |
| NPRM | To Be Determined |
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:
No
Government Levels Affected:
Tribal
Agency Contact:
Penny J. Coleman
Phone: 202 632-7003
Fax: 202 632-7066
Email: penny_coleman@nigc.doi.gov
RIN:
3141-AA10
Agency:
National Indian Gaming Commission (NIGC)
Priority:
Other Significant
CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)
25 CFR 531; 25 CFR 533; 25 CFR 536
| Action | Date | FR Cite |
| NPRM | To Be Determined |
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:
No
Government Levels Affected:
Tribal
Agency Contact:
Penny J. Coleman
Phone: 202 632-7003
Fax: 202 632-7066
Email: penny_coleman@nigc.doi.gov
RIN:
3141-AA13
Agency:
National Indian Gaming Commission (NIGC)
Priority:
Substantive, Nonsignificant
CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)
25 CFR 571; 25 CFR 573
| Action | Date | FR Cite |
| NPRM | To Be Determined |
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:
No
Government Levels Affected:
Tribal
Agency Contact:
Penny J. Coleman
Phone: 202 632-7003
Fax: 202 632-7066
Email: penny_coleman@nigc.doi.gov
RIN:
3141-AA14
Agency:
National Indian Gaming Commission (NIGC)
Priority:
Substantive, Nonsignificant
CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)
25 CFR 514
| Action | Date | FR Cite |
| NPRM | To Be Determined |
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:
No
Government Levels Affected:
Tribal
Agency Contact:
Penny J. Coleman
Phone: 202 632-7003
Fax: 202 632-7066
Email: penny_coleman@nigc.doi.gov
RIN:
3141-AA16
4389. FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT PROCEDURES (AMENDMENTS)
Agency:
National Indian Gaming Commission (NIGC)
Priority:
Substantive, Nonsignificant
CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)
25 CFR 517.3; 25 CFR 517.6; 25 CFR 517.8
| Action | Date | FR Cite |
| NPRM | To Be Determined |
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:
No
Government Levels Affected:
None
Agency Contact:
Gregory Smith
Phone: 202 632-7003
Fax: 202 632-7066
Email: gregory_smith@nigc.doi.gov
RIN:
3141-AA21
4390. GAMING FACILITY LICENSING STANDARDS
Agency:
National Indian Gaming Commission (NIGC)
Priority:
Substantive, Nonsignificant
CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)
25 CFR 522.4(b)(6); 25 CFR 522.6(b)
| Action | Date | FR Cite |
| NPRM | To Be Determined |
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:
Undetermined
Government Levels Affected:
Tribal
Agency Contact:
Penny J. Coleman
Phone: 202 632-7003
Fax: 202 632-7066
Email: penny_coleman@nigc.doi.gov
RIN:
3141-AA23
4391. ¤ NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT (NEPA) IMPLEMENTING REGULATIONS
Agency:
National Indian Gaming Commission (NIGC)
Priority:
Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority:
CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)
Not Yet Determined
Legal Deadline:
None
Abstract:
This regulation will establish rules for compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA).
| Action | Date | FR Cite |
| NPRM | To Be Determined |
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:
Undetermined
Government Levels Affected:
Tribal
Agency Contact:
Danna R. Jackson, Attorney, National Indian Gaming Commission, Suite 9100, 1441 L St., NW, Washington, DC 20005
Phone: 202 632-7003
Fax: 202 632-7066
Email: danna_jackson@nigc.doi.gov
RIN:
3141-AA26