The bill amends section 20.1-05.1-02 of the North Dakota Century Code to update the regulations surrounding discretionary special allocation hunting licenses. It allows the director to issue annual special allocation hunting licenses for elk, moose, antelope, and white-tailed deer to eligible organizations, with specific limits on the number of licenses issued based on the general lottery allocation for each species. The bill also stipulates that eligible organizations must apply annually and conduct raffles or auctions in compliance with the director's rules, while ensuring that individuals who receive licenses through this process are not eligible for additional licenses through the general lottery.

Key changes in the bill include the expansion of the definition of "eligible organization" to include those exempt from federal income taxation under section 501(c)(19) of the Internal Revenue Code, in addition to 501(c)(3). Furthermore, the bill modifies the requirement for organizations to contribute a minimum of twenty percent of the net proceeds from any raffle to a conservation-related project, ensuring that these contributions are directed towards state-approved initiatives. Overall, the bill aims to enhance the management of hunting licenses while promoting conservation efforts within North Dakota.

Statutes affected:
INTRODUCED: 20.1-05.1-02
Adopted by the House Energy and Natural Resources Committee: 20.1-05.1-02
FIRST ENGROSSMENT: 20.1-05.1-02
Enrollment: 20.1-05.1-02
PREFILED: 20.1-05.1-02