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NIGC Notice on Information Collection Renewals

The National Indian Gaming Commission (NIGC) is seeking public comment on the renewal of several information collections related to Indian gaming. These collections cover management contracts, fee payments, internal control standards, facility licenses, and technical standards for gaming systems. The comment period closes on November 24, 2025.

NIGC Direct Final Rule on Gaming Ordinance Submissions

The National Indian Gaming Commission (NIGC) is issuing a direct final rule to remove the requirement for tribes to submit a copy of their dispute resolution procedures when submitting gaming ordinances or amendments. This change is effective December 1, 2025, unless significant adverse comments are received by October 30, 2025.

NIGC Adopts Annual Fee Rates and Fingerprint Processing Fee

The National Indian Gaming Commission (NIGC) has adopted its annual fee rates for fiscal year 2026, maintaining the current rates of 0.00% for tier 1 and 0.08% for tier 2. The fingerprint processing fee also remains unchanged at $44 per card. These rates are effective November 1, 2025.

NIGC Withdraws Direct Final Rule on Facility License Notifications

The National Indian Gaming Commission (NIGC) is withdrawing its direct final rule on Facility License Notifications, originally published on September 29, 2025. This withdrawal is due to the receipt of adverse comments, and the NIGC may propose a new rulemaking in the future.

NIGC Notice on Information Collection Renewal Comment Period

The National Indian Gaming Commission (NIGC) is seeking public comments on its renewal requests for several information collections. These include submissions related to Indian gaming management contracts, fee payments, internal control standards, facility licenses, and technical standards for Class II gaming systems. The comment period deadline is December 29, 2025.