Lumbee Tribal Council Votes on Gaming Ordinance
Pembroke, NC (October 16, 2026) — Following the October Business Meeting, the Lumbee Tribal Council voted to pass the Gaming Ordinance (CLLO-2026-1015-04). In a vote of 14 to 2, the Tribal Council approved the legislation during a Special Called Meeting.
Lumbee Tribal Council Speaker Alex Baker joined other council members in a standing ovation following the vote. “The Tribal Council has done its duty by carefully considering this ordinance, listening to our citizens, and making the decisions necessary to move the process forward,” said Baker. “Now, this question belongs to the Lumbee People.”
Lumbee Tribal Chairman Lowery has 10 days to certify any ordinance that affects fundamental rights.
A copy of the ordinance may be found on the Lumbee Tribe Website at
