The proposed amendments to Senate Bill No. aim to revise the structure and authority of the gaming commission in North Dakota. The bill abolishes the existing state gaming commission and transfers its responsibilities to the attorney general, who will now administer and regulate gaming activities. Key changes include the introduction of new sections that outline the attorney general's authority to inspect gaming sites, enforce compliance, and impose penalties for violations. The bill also establishes requirements for licensed distributors to affix gaming stamps to certain gaming products and mandates that the attorney general oversee the issuance and administration of these stamps.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions for penalties and hearings related to violations of gaming regulations, ensuring due process for individuals accused of such violations. It specifies that the attorney general must hold hearings for significant violations and allows for appeals to district courts. To support these changes, the bill appropriates $25,000 from the general fund to cover operational costs associated with the new gaming commission structure for the biennium beginning July 1, 2025. Overall, the amendments aim to streamline gaming regulation in North Dakota while enhancing oversight and compliance mechanisms.

Statutes affected:
INTRODUCED: 53-06.1-01.1
Prepared by the Legislative Council staff for Representative McLeod: 53-06.1-01.1, 53-06.1-14, 53-06.1-15.1