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North Dakota House Bill HB1387

North Dakota 2023-2024 Regular Session

North Dakota House Bill HB1387

Introduced
1/16/23  
Refer
1/16/23  
Report Pass
2/15/23  
Engrossed
2/17/23  
Refer
2/20/23  

Caption

Rent limits for electronic pull tab devices.

Impact

The proposed changes in HB1387 would serve to standardize the rental costs for electronic pull tab devices across various venues, which may affect the financial operations of establishments that conduct gaming activities. By legally defining rent limits, the bill could potentially impact how much gaming venues charge patrons and how they manage their budgets relative to electronic gaming costs. The change in regulation could streamline operations for non-profits and charities that often rely on gaming for fundraising.

Summary

House Bill 1387 aims to amend the current regulations regarding the rental limits for electronic pull tab devices in North Dakota. The bill specifically seeks to establish a clear framework regarding the maximum allowable rent that can be charged for electronic pull tab machines at gaming sites. Under this bill, the maximum rent for the first five devices would be set at two hundred dollars per machine, with tiered pricing for additional machines based on specific criteria. This legislative measure responds to the growing popularity of electronic gaming and aims to create a structured approach to its regulation.

Contention

Despite its intentions to clarify gaming regulations, discussions surrounding HB1387 indicate that there are points of contention among legislators and gaming stakeholders. Some members are concerned that the proposed rent limits might inhibit the potential revenue for venues hosting electronic pull tabs. The divide appears to stem from differing views on the balance between supporting the financial viability of gaming operations and ensuring fair gaming practices across all venues. Additionally, there could be broader implications for state revenue derived from licensing fees associated with these machines.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

ND SB2245

A manufacturer of an electronic device, electronic fifty-fifty raffle tickets, allowable expenses, and monthly rent for electronic pull tab devices.

ND SB2390

Electronic pull tab payout limitations and the use of charitable gaming gross proceeds.

ND SB2304

The definitions of alcoholic beverage establishment and manufacturer, approval for a gaming site authorization and licensure, the maximum number of gaming sites allowed, the maximum number of pull tab devices allowed at a site, gaming licenses for alcoholic beverage establishments, electronic fifty-fifty raffles, rent limits for electronic pull tab devices, and the imposition of monetary fines for violations by third-party businesses; to provide for a legislative management study; to provide an effective date; and to declare an emergency.

ND HB1497

The maximum number of gaming sites allowed and the maximum number of electronic pull tab devices allowed at a site; and to provide for a legislative management study .

ND HB1525

The structure of the state gaming commission and the administration and regulation of games of chance; to provide an appropriation; and to provide for application.

ND SB2384

The maintenance of electronic pull tab devices and the elimination of dog racing; and to provide an effective date.

ND HB1484

The definitions of "off sale" and "on sale", gaming site authorization and licensure, and the authorization of employees to provide limited assistance related to gaming; and to declare an emergency.

ND HB1342

The authorized sale of electronic gaming devices by manufacturers and live or simulcast horse racing.

ND HB1524

Electronic pull tab device requirements.

ND SB2281

Gaming license fees and deposits in a charitable gaming technology fund; to provide a continuing appropriation; and to provide for a transfer.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.