North Dakota 69-2025 Assembly Status: In Committee 3 R cosponsors

SB 2347 — Relating to historic horse race wagering, pari-mutuel horse racing, and the establishment of the racing commission fund; to amend and reenact sections 53‑06.2‑01, 53‑06.2‑04, 53‑06.2‑05, 53‑06.2‑06, 53‑06.2‑07, 53‑06.2‑08, 53‑06.2‑10, 53‑06.2‑10.1, and 53‑06.2‑11 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the authorization of historic horse race wagering and the elimination of simulcast dog racing under the certificate system; and to provide an effective date.

Last action — Second reading, failed to pass, yeas 16 nays 31

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    Enacted

This bill is in committee in the Senate. Introduced January 22, 2025. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

Next likely step: a committee vote, then a floor vote in the Senate.

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Prognosis

Stalled 8% · moderate confidence

  • In Committee

    Current position in the legislative process.

  • 3 sponsors

    1 primary, 2 co-sponsors signed on.

  • Single-party support

    Sponsorship is currently within one party (3 R).

  • Failed a recorded vote

    Failed 1 recorded vote so far — a real headwind.

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Summary

A BILL for an Act to create and enact three new sections to chapter 53-06.2 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to historic horse race wagering, pari-mutuel horse racing, and the establishment of the racing commission fund; to amend and reenact sections 53-06.2-01, 53-06.2-04, 53-06.2-05, 53-06.2-06, 53-06.2-07, 53-06.2-08, 53-06.2-10, 53-06.2-10.1, and 53-06.2-11 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the authorization of historic horse race wagering and the elimination of simulcast dog racing under the certificate system; and to provide an effective date.

Bill Text

What changed in the latest version

493 added · 498 removed

Plain-language change summary

The latest version of Bill SB 2347 includes the addition of three new sections related to horse racing and wagering, alongside the establishment of a racing commission fund. Crucially, it also specifies the elimination of simulcast dog racing effective August 1, 2027, which marks a significant shift in the state's gambling regulations. These changes matter because they signal a potential growth in the horse racing industry, alongside a move away from dog racing, reflecting changing interests and practices in sports wagering in North Dakota.

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25.0647.02003 Adopted by the Judiciary Committee Title.03000 February 10, 2025 Sixty-ninth Legislative Assembly of North Dakota PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SENATE BILL NO.
25.0647.03000 Sixty-ninth Legislative Assembly of North Dakota FIRST ENGROSSMENT ENGROSSED SENATE BILL NO.
2347 Introduced by Senators Myrdal, Sorvaag, Thomas A BILL for an Act to create and enact twothree new sections to chapter 53-06.2 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to historic horse race wagering and, pari-mutuel horse racing, and the establishment of the racing commission fund;
2347 Introduced by Senators Myrdal, Sorvaag, Thomas A BILL for an Act to create and enact three new sections to chapter 53-06.2 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to historic horse race wagering, pari-mutuel horse racing, and the establishment of the racing commission fund;
and to amend and reenact sections 53-06.2-01, 53-06.2-04, 53-06.2-05, 53-06.2-06, 53-06.2-07, 53-06.2-08, 53-06.2-10, 53-06.2-10.1, and 53-06.2-11 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the authorization of historic horse race wagering and on August 1, 2027, the elimination of simulcast dog racing under the certificate system;
to amend and reenact sections 53-06.2-01, 53-06.2-04, 53-06.2-05, 53-06.2-06, 53-06.2-07, 53-06.2-08, 53-06.2-10, 53-06.2-10.1, and 53-06.2-11 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the authorization of historic horse race wagering and the elimination of simulcast dog racing under the certificate system;
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A six-furlong [1207.01 meters]five-furlong [1005.84 meters] dirt track for flat racing;
A five-furlong [1005.84 meters] dirt track for flat racing;
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Adopt rules for effectively preventing the use of any substance, compound items, or combinations of any medicine, narcotic, stimulant, depressant, or anesthetic which could alter the normal performance of a racehorse, unless specifically authorized by the commission.
Adopt rules for effectively preventing the use of any substance, compound items, or combinations of any medicine, narcotic, stimulant, depressant, or anesthetic which Page No.
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Investigate the operations of any licensee and enter any vehicle or place of business, residence, storage, or racing of any licensee on the grounds of a licensed association to determine whether there has been compliance with the provisions of this chapter Page No.
Investigate the operations of any licensee and enter any vehicle or place of business, residence, storage, or racing of any licensee on the grounds of a licensed association to determine whether there has been compliance with the provisions of this chapter and rules adopted under this chapter, and to discover and seize any evidence of noncompliance.
6 25.0647.02003 Sixty-ninth Legislative Assembly and rules adopted under this chapter, and to discover and seize any evidence of noncompliance.
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If the governing body of the local jurisdiction adopts a resolution disapproving the application for license or renewal and so informs Page No.
If the governing body of the local jurisdiction adopts a resolution disapproving the application for license or renewal and so informs the executive director within thirty days of receiving a copy of the application, the license to conduct races may not be issued or renewed.
8 25.0647.02003 Sixty-ninth Legislative Assembly the executive director within thirty days of receiving a copy of the application, the license to conduct races may not be issued or renewed.
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A licensee, including a totalizator provider or service provider, may not offer bets or wagers on dog races.
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Every license must specify the number of days the licensed races may continue, the hours during which racing may be conducted, and the number of races that may be held each day.
Every license must specify the Page No.
9 25.0647.03000 Sixty-ninth Legislative Assembly number of days the licensed races may continue, the hours during which racing may be conducted, and the number of races that may be held each day.
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Wagering on historic horse races may be conducted on:
Wagering on historic horse races may be conducted:
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In addition to racing under the certificate system, as authorized by this chapter, and conducted upon the premises of a racetrack, simulcast pari-mutuel and account wagering may be conducted in accordance with this chapter or rules adopted by the commission under this chapter in accordance with chapter 28-32.
In addition to racing under the certificate system, as authorized by this chapter, and conducted upon the premises of a racetrack, simulcast pari-mutuel and account Page No.
11 25.0647.03000 Sixty-ninth Legislative Assembly wagering may be conducted in accordance with this chapter or rules adopted by the commission under this chapter in accordance with chapter 28-32.
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(3) Has been tested by an independent testing laboratory to ensure integrity and proper working order;
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Racing commission operating fund.
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(3) One-half of one percent to the commission to be deposited in the purse fund.
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For the fiscal year commencing July 1, 2014, and thereafter, theThe licensee may not pay more than four hundred twenty thousand dollars.
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One-fourth of one percent to the state treasurer to be deposited in the generalracing commission operating fund.
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One-fourth of one percent to the state treasurer to be deposited in the racing commission operating fund.
One-fourth of one percent to be deposited in the treasury of the county in which wagering on historic horse racing takes placegambling disorder prevention and treatment fund.
One-fourth of one percent to be deposited in the gambling disorder prevention and treatment fund.
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The commission shall deposit the moneys received pursuant to subsections 1, 2, and 3, and 5 and from the North Dakota horse racing foundation pursuant to subsection 5 of section 53-06.2-05 in the breeders' fund, the purse fund, and the racing promotion fund.
The commission shall deposit the moneys received pursuant to subsections 1, 2, and 3, and 45 and from the North Dakota horse racing foundation pursuant to subsection 5 of section 53-06.2-05 in the breeders' fund, the purse fund, and the racing promotion fund.
Moneys, and any earnings on the moneys, in the breeders' fund, purse fund, and racing promotion fund are appropriated to the commission on a continuing basis to carry out the purposes of those funds under this chapter and must be administered Page No.
Moneys, and any earnings on the moneys, in the breeders' fund, purse fund, and racing promotion fund are appropriated to the commission on a continuing basis to carry out the purposes of those funds under this chapter and must be administered and disbursed in accordance with rules adopted by the commission.
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Action History

  1. Second reading, failed to pass, yeas 16 nays 31

  2. Amendment adopted, placed on calendar

  3. Reported back amended, do pass, amendment placed on calendar 6 1 0

  4. Committee Hearing 11:15

  5. Introduced, first reading, referred Judiciary Committee

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1 sponsors · 2 co-sponsors · 145 not signed on · 30 voted No

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (2)

Not signed on (145)

145 members have not signed on to this bill.

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Votes

Final Passage

Failed 16 Yea · 31 Nay
Party YeaNayPresentNot Voting
Republican 152600
Democratic 1400
Unaffiliated 0100
Total 163100
% of votes cast 34%66%0%0%
How each member voted (47)
Member Party Vote
van Oosting — Nay
Boschee, Josh Democratic Nay
Braunberger, Ryan Democratic Yea
Hogan, Kathy Democratic Nay
Marcellais, Richard Democratic Nay
Mathern, Tim Democratic Nay
Axtman, Michelle Republican Nay
Barta, Jeff Republican Yea
Beard, Todd Republican Nay
Bekkedahl, Brad Republican Nay
Boehm, Keith Republican Nay
Burckhard, Randy A. Republican Yea
Castaneda, Jose L. Republican Yea
Cleary, Sean Republican Nay
Clemens, David A. Republican Nay
Conley, Cole Republican Nay
Cory, Claire Republican Nay
Davison, Kyle Republican Yea
Dever, Dick Republican Nay
Dwyer, Michael Republican Nay
Enget, Mark Republican Nay
Erbele, Robert Republican Yea
Gerhardt, Justin Republican Yea
Hogue, David Republican Nay
Kessel, Greg Republican Yea
Klein, Jerry Republican Nay
Larson, Diane Republican Nay
Lee, Judy Republican Nay
Lemm, Randy D. Republican Yea
Luick, Larry Republican Yea
Magrum, Jeffery J. Republican Nay
Meyer, Scott Republican Yea
Myrdal, Janne Republican Yea
Patten, Dale Republican Nay
Paulson, Bob Republican Nay
Powers, Michelle Republican Nay
Roers, Kristin Republican Yea
Rummel, Dean Republican Nay
Schaible, Donald Republican Nay
Sickler, Jonathan Republican Nay
Sorvaag, Ronald Republican Yea
Thomas, Paul J. Republican Yea
Walen, Chuck Republican Nay
Wanzek, Terry M. Republican Nay
Weber, Mark F. Republican Nay
Weston, Kent Republican Nay
Wobbema, Mike Republican Yea

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Frequently asked questions

What does SB 2347 do?
A BILL for an Act to create and enact three new sections to chapter 53-06.2 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to historic horse race wagering, pari-mutuel horse racing, and the establishment of the racing commission fund; to amend and reenact sections 53-06.2-01, 53-06.2-04, 53-06.2-05, 53-06.2-06, 53-06.2-07, 53-06.2-08, 53-06.2-10, 53-06.2-10.1, and 53-06.2-11 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the authorization of historic horse race wagering and the elimination of simulcast dog racing under the certificate system; and to provide an effective date.
Who sponsors SB 2347?
SB 2347 is sponsored by Myrdal, Janne (Republican), Sorvaag, Ronald (Republican), and Thomas, Paul J. (Republican).
What is the current status of SB 2347?
This bill is in committee in the Senate. Introduced January 22, 2025. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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