Tribal gaming leaders in the United States have unveiled a tribal self-exclusion system to assist people with gambling problems.
The proposed self-exclusion system will launch this month in Wisconsin before expanding to other states in collaboration with participating tribal gaming commissions.
This will enable players to self-exclude from gambling at all participating tribal casinos in sovereign nations and territories via a single registration.
“This initiative reflects our unwavering commitment to the health of our people and communities,” said Ivory Kelly, CEO of the Tribal Council for Responsible Gaming.
“By tribes coming together to offer a streamlined process for self-exclusion with a technology partner that shares our values, we help people in our communities who are looking to take a break or stop gambling do so for the amount of time they need.”
The self-exclusion program is powered by technology partner idPair and governed by an advisory board comprised of Wondr Nation chief executive Anika Howard and National Tribal Gaming Commissioners chairman Jamie Hummingbird.
Also serving on the board are Oscar Schuyle of the Tribal Gaming Regulatory Authority of the Alabama Coushatta Tribe of Texas, Indian Gaming Association of Washington DC chairman Ernie Stevens, and Tamara Van Schyndel, executive director of the Paskenta Tribal Gaming Commission.
Stevens commented: “Tribal nations have long been at the forefront of promoting responsible gaming practices, demonstrating leadership through our actions. This initiative not only underscores the commitment of tribal nations to player protection but also sets a precedent for others to follow.
“We encourage all tribal leaders and regulators to extend their consideration in joining this program, expanding its reach and reinforcing our collective dedication to responsible gaming.”