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MN HF3337
Bill
Status
5/18/2025
Primary Sponsor
Nolan West
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AI Summary
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Proposes a constitutional amendment to Article XIII of the Minnesota Constitution legalizing sports betting, to be submitted to voters at the 2026 general election
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Restricts organized sports betting operations to two types of entities: federally recognized Indian Tribes with Tribal-state gaming compacts for Class III gaming, and state-licensed pari-mutuel horse racing tracks
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Imposes a 20 percent tax on sports betting revenue, calculated as amounts wagered minus winnings paid to bettors
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Requires tax revenue to be divided into four equal shares funding: substance use disorder programs, local charitable organizations supported by lawful gambling organizations, pari-mutuel horse racing purses, and the state general fund
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Mandates the legislature enact a regulatory framework for sports betting operations if the amendment is adopted by voters
Legislative Description
Sports betting authorized if conducted by a horse racing track or Indian Tribe, certain tax required to be imposed on sports betting, and constitutional amendment proposed.
Last Action
Introduction and first reading, referred to Commerce Finance and Policy
5/18/2025