§ 291.10 What is the role of the mediator appointed by the Secretary?
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(a) The mediator must ask the Indian tribe and the State to submit their last best proposal for Class III gaming procedures.
(b) After giving the Indian tribe and the State an opportunity to be heard and present information supporting their respective positions, the mediator must select from the two proposals the one that best comports with the terms of IGRA and any other applicable Federal law. The mediator must submit the proposal selected to the Indian tribe, the State, and the Secretary.
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