HB 1216 Summary

• Amends North Dakota gaming law to add "electronic pull tab device" to the definition of approved gaming equipment, defined as a device approved by the attorney general that electronically displays pull tabs.

• Allows electronic pull tab devices to be manufactured, distributed, and used by licensed organizations alongside traditional pull tabs, with manufacturers required to apply annually for a $4,000 license fee.

• Permits monthly rent for sites using electronic pull tab devices to reach $325 when combined with other games like twenty-one, or $400 when pull tabs are the only game conducted.

• Authorizes the state gaming commission to adopt rules establishing quality standards and specifications for electronic pull tab devices and their operation to ensure fair, honest games and protect public interest.

• Updates licensing requirements for distributors to purchase electronic pull tab devices only from licensed manufacturers or other licensed distributors, with restrictions on duplicating proprietary software.