Sec. 4. Emergency Plan. The Band shall within thirty (30) days of the Effective Date submit to the State an emergency operation plan as defined in Section 2.05 of the Pokagon Band Health and Safety Act (an emergency response plan as defined in 68 IAC 8-2). The Band shall within sixty (60) days of the end of each Payment Period notify the State whether there have been any amendments to its emergency operation plan and, if so, provide a copy of the amended plan to the State. This requirement is intended to facilitate cooperation between the State and the Band regarding their mutual interest and responsibility to ensure public safety and coordinate their efforts in the event of a public emergency response at a Gaming Facility. The Band's emergency operation plan shall comply with the minimum standards and requirements set forth in 68 IAC 8-2. This provision shall not be construed as requiring compliance with the procedural requirements of 68 IAC 8-2 and shall not be construed as subjecting the Band to State jurisdiction.
As added by P.L.171-2021, SEC.1.