The bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 609.761, subdivision 3, to expand the list of authorized card games to include the game of hasenpfeffer. This addition allows for tournaments or contests involving hasenpfeffer, alongside other card games such as cribbage, skat, sheepshead, bridge, euchre, hold'em, and whist, as long as they meet specific criteria. These criteria include that the tournament does not provide any direct financial benefit to the organizer, the total value of prizes does not exceed $200, and certain regulations are followed for Texas hold'em tournaments, including age restrictions and accommodations for players with disabilities.

Additionally, the bill includes a new effective date provision, stating that the changes will take effect the day following final enactment. This ensures that the inclusion of hasenpfeffer as an authorized card game is implemented promptly after the bill is passed.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 609.761