This bill amends the North Dakota Century Code to clarify the definition of an "alcoholic beverage establishment" and to update regulations regarding gaming activities conducted by licensed organizations. The definition now specifies that an alcoholic beverage establishment is one where alcoholic beverages are sold and dispensed by employees for consumption on the premises, explicitly excluding liquor stores, gas stations, grocery stores, and convenience stores. Additionally, the bill outlines the conditions under which licensed organizations may conduct gaming, including restrictions on the number of sites and the age of participants.

Key changes include the stipulation that electronic pull tabs, pull tabs, punchboards, twenty-one, paddlewheels, poker, and sports pools can only be conducted in designated areas within alcoholic beverage establishments where patrons must be at least twenty-one years old. The bill also allows for certain exceptions regarding the conduct of games at authorized sites and clarifies the age restrictions for participation in various gaming activities. Overall, the amendments aim to enhance the regulation of gaming in conjunction with the sale of alcoholic beverages while ensuring compliance with age restrictions.

Statutes affected:
INTRODUCED: 53-06.1-01, 53-06.1-03
Prepared by the Legislative Council staff for Representative Paulson: 53-06.1-01, 53-06.1-03
FIRST ENGROSSMENT: 53-06.1-01, 53-06.1-03