Opportunity
Federal Register #2026-08132
Proposed Appointment to the National Indian Gaming Commission (NIGC)
Buyer
Department of the Interior, Office of the Secretary
Posted
April 27, 2026
Respond By
May 27, 2026
Identifier
2026-08132
This notice from the Department of the Interior announces a proposed appointment to the National Indian Gaming Commission (NIGC): - The Department of the Interior, Office of the Secretary, is proposing to appoint William (Billy) Henry Kirkland III as an associate member of the NIGC for a three-year term - The NIGC is established under the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act and consists of three members - One Chair appointed by the President - Two associate members appointed by the Secretary of the Interior - This public notice fulfills the statutory requirement to allow for public comment before the appointment - No products, services, OEMs, or vendors are involved in this notice - No procurement activity is associated with this announcement
Description
The Indian Gaming Regulatory Act establishes a three-person National Indian Gaming Commission. One member, the Chair, is appointed by the President with Senate approval, while two associate members are appointed by the Secretary of the Interior. This notice announces the proposed appointment of William (Billy) Henry Kirkland III as an associate member for a three-year term. The Secretary is required to provide public notice and allow a comment period before the appointment. Comments on the proposed appointment must be received by May 27, 2026.