Judge Finds SB 549 is Preempted by Federal Law

SACRAMENTO — Today, after thorough consideration and argument, Sacramento Superior Court Judge Lauri Damrell adopted her tentative ruling to dismiss the Agua Caliente lawsuit against the cardrooms, finding that SB 549 is preempted by federal law (the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act) and the court lacks jurisdiction to hear the dispute.

“Cardrooms for many decades have proudly operated lawful games with full transparency and stringent oversight by the office of the Attorney General of the State of California and the California Gambling Control Commission. We are encouraged by today’s decision. Our member cardrooms will continue to support good jobs, vital public services, and local economies across California while upholding the highest standard

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