GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) – The Tohono O’odham Nation says the U.S. Department of the Interior has reaffirmed its decision that the tribe’s property lies within unincorporated Maricopa County.

Tribal officials say that’s a key requirement for taking the land into trust. They still hope to build a massive resort and casino on the edge of Glendale and have been pushing that plan since 2009.

But opponents have argued a 2002 voter-backed compact barred more casinos from opening in metro Phoenix.

The Gila River Indian Community opposes the casino plan, saying it violates zoning and state laws.

Gila River tribal officials say they will decide soon whether to take legal action again.

They also say the Interior Department has yet to decide whether the Tohono O’Odham Nation has permission to have gaming on the land.