“What a brilliant business decision by the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians to say, ‘OK, well we’re gonna move on with this,’” said Kevin Caldwell, southeast legislative manager for the Marijuana Policy Project, a nonprofit organization dedicated to legalizing cannabis. However, a bill to legalize medicinal use stalled in the House and is unlikely to get a hearing until next year. To learn more, please visit the Colville Confederated Tribes website.A survey of registered voters in the state released in February by Meredith College, a private liberal arts college in Raleigh, found that 73% approve of legalizing medical marijuana. When choosing a name of cultural significance for our newest, landmark resort, the moniker 12 Tribes was selected to honor the proud people of our storied past, rather than a geographical location. Established by Presidential Executive Order in 1872, the Colville Indian Reservation spans 1.4 million diverse and beautiful acres in North Central Washington. Today, more than 9,365 descendants of those 12 aboriginal tribes are enrolled in the Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation. The tribes, commonly known by English and French names, are: the Colville, the Nespelem, the San Poil, the Lake, the Palus, the Wenatchi (Wenatchee), the Chelan, the Entiat, the Methow, the southern Okanogan, the Moses Columbia and the Nez Perce of Chief Joseph’s Bands. We trace our roots back to 12 nomadic, aboriginal tribes who followed the seasons over the lands of this region. The Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation is a Sovereign Nation and Federally-recognized American Indian Tribe. While each destination is unique in its offerings, all three casinos in Washington share a common commitment to delivering outstanding guest experiences, unique gaming opportunities, unparalleled customer service and individual player recognition.

As casino operators, we believe in striving for respect, integrity, and excellence in everything we do. All three Washington State casinos are owned and operated by the Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation. The 12 Tribes Colville Casinos include 12 Tribes Omak Casino Hotel in Omak, 12 Tribes Lake Chelan Casino, the Amphitheater in Manson, and 12 Tribes Coulee Dam Casino in Coulee Dam.

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