The New York Times
Tue, December 15, 2009 -- 5:03 PM ET
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Shinnecock Tribe Meets Criteria for Federal Recognition
The Obama administration said Tuesday that the Shinnecock
Indian Nation of Long Island had met the necessary criteria
for federal recognition, signaling the end of a more than
30-year court battle and clearing a path for the tribe to
build a casino in New York City or its suburbs.
The decision all but assures the tribe's federal recognition,
though there is still a required public comment period that
will take place before final recognition is granted.
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