A Minnesota casino operator will move forward with new electronic table games after the state’s high court left in place a ruling that sided against the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community, which argued the expansion crossed into gaming activity reserved for tribes.
A split decision by the Minnesota Supreme Court will allow Running Aces Casino, Hotel & Racetrack to build out more offerings despite a ruling that the tribe had standing to challenge the expansion.
The case stems from a 2023 decision by the Minnesota Racing Commission, which approved an amended plan of operation for Running Aces’ card club. The amendment allowed the racetrack to add one dealer table and 11 player stations using electronic table game technology.
