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North Dakota House Bill HCR3002

North Dakota 2025-2026 Regular Session

North Dakota House Bill HCR3002

Introduced
1/7/25  
Refer
1/7/25  

Caption

Authorizing sports betting.

Impact

The introduction of HCR3002 reflects a significant shift in North Dakota's stance on gambling, as the amendment would legally allow a form of gaming that has been increasingly popular across other states. The potential revenue influx from sports betting may provide much-needed funds for educational institutions, aiming to address financial challenges faced by public schools. If passed, this bill could change the economic landscape in North Dakota by creating new opportunities for businesses related to sports betting and tourism.

Summary

HCR3002 is a concurrent resolution introduced to amend section 25 of article XI of the North Dakota Constitution, specifically to authorize the legislative assembly to regulate sports betting within the state. This amendment proposes that sports betting activities, both professional and collegiate, can be licensed and regulated by the state, allowing North Dakota to establish a regulated sports betting market. Should this amendment be passed, it mandates that all tax revenues generated from sports betting will be used to benefit public schools from kindergarten through grade twelve in the state.

Contention

While HCR3002 has the potential to provide financial benefits to the educational sector, there may also be apprehensions surrounding gambling's impact on society. Concerns may arise regarding gambling addiction and whether the state is prepared to handle the social implications of legalized sports betting. Additionally, opponents may argue against the morality of expanding gambling opportunities and caution against the risks of dependency among residents.

Notable_points

The legislative journey of HCR3002 has yet to fully unfold, with discussions anticipated to revolve around the regulation frameworks, strategies for responsible gaming, and the anticipated social costs versus benefits. The upcoming general election in 2026 will play a critical role in determining the bill's future as it seeks approval from the qualified electors of North Dakota.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

ND HCR3002

Authorizing sports betting.

ND HCR3032

A concurrent resolution directing the Legislative Management to consider studying the feasibility and desirability of consolidating the administration of racing, sports, and gaming activities into a single office, whether as a division of the Attorney General's office or a separate agency, and the feasibility and desirability of creating a sports and gaming commission to expand or replace the North Dakota Racing Commission to include oversight of sports and gaming activities, including mixed martial arts, boxing, and live combative sports; charitable gaming, including licensing and permits; sports betting and other permitted games of chance; the lottery; live and simulcast racing; and other similar activities.

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 SB2358

The creation of a sports betting task force; to provide for a legislative management report; and to provide an expiration 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 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 HB1331

The racing commission, account deposit wagering, and bet payoff formulas.

ND SB2336

Eligible uses of net proceeds.

ND HB1142

Expanding eligible uses for charitable gaming net proceeds; and to declare an emergency.

ND HB1538

The powers of the director of the game and fish department; to provide a continuing appropriation; and to provide an effective date.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.