“Today represents an important step for the Tribe and its long-term economic diversification strategy,” said San Manuel Chairman Ken Ramirez. The transaction is expected to close later in 2021, subject to the receipt of regulatory approvals and other customary closing conditions.Īfter 35 years of operating San Manuel Casino in Highland, CA, this announcement reflects a milestone for San Manuel. (May 4, 2021) – The San Manuel Band of Mission Indians (“San Manuel” or the “Tribe”) and the San Manuel Gaming and Hospitality Authority (“SMGHA”) today announced a definitive agreement for a subsidiary of SMGHA to acquire the Palms Casino Resort (the “Palms”) in Las Vegas, Nevada from Red Rock Resorts, Inc. Native American Tribe’s Affiliate to Wholly Own and Operate Casino Resort in Las Vegas.