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Governor Charlie Crist isn’t giving up on the failed gambling compact he signed with the Seminole Tribe last November. Lawmakers took the governor to task for signing the compact without their approval. The agreement allowed the tribe to play blackjack and put Vegas-style slot machines in their casinos. The State Supreme Court ruled the compact illegal in July. Governor Crist said he’ll work on a new compact with lawmakers.

“The essence of what the court has said is legislative approval is an important component here. What we want to do is have an opportunity to talk with our legislative partners and see what their appetite is going forward,” Crist said.

Despite the court’s ruling, the Vegas-style games continue to be played in some casinos. The State’s Attorney General says he’ll do what he can to stop the games from being played.