Proposes to amend the Nevada Constitution to revise provisions relating to lotteries and the sale of lottery tickets. (BDR C-986)
Impact
If AJR5 is enacted, it would allow the Nevada Legislature to regulate modern lotteries and authorize the sale of lottery tickets, while maintaining restrictions to prevent granting special charters to specific entities. This change aims to promote transparency and accountability in the operation of lotteries, ensuring that all proceeds benefit the state's residents. The resolution reaffirms that charitable lotteries, operated under strict regulations established in the 1990 constitutional amendments, will remain in place to ensure that they serve nonprofit purposes.
Summary
Assembly Joint Resolution No. 5 (AJR5) proposes an amendment to the Nevada Constitution regarding lotteries, particularly focusing on modern lotteries alongside charitable ones. Historically, the Nevada Constitution has prohibited all forms of lotteries since its adoption in 1864, a measure rooted in concerns over fraud, corruption, and mismanagement associated with state-sanctioned lotteries. The proposed amendment is part of a broader context that recognizes the changing landscape of gambling and the need to regulate modern lotteries effectively.
Contention
The discussions surrounding AJR5 suggest a division on whether the state should implement modern lotteries. Proponents argue that regulating lotteries is essential, not only for generating revenue but also to keep them under governmental oversight to prevent abuse. Conversely, opponents may perceive this as a potential reintroduction of problems seen in the past, emphasizing the importance of maintaining strict control to avoid the pitfalls of unregulated gambling practices.
Proposes to amend the Nevada Constitution to revise provisions relating to elections involving incumbent justices or judges who are unopposed. (BDR C-26)
Proposes temporary constitutional amendment allowing State constitutional convention convened to reform system of property taxation to propose statutory changes.
Proposes temporary constitutional amendment allowing State constitutional convention convened to reform system of property taxation to propose statutory changes.
(Constitutional Amendment) Provides for the election of constitutional convention delegates and vote requirements necessary for the adoption of a new constitution (RR SEE FISC NOTE GF EX)
(Constitutional Amendment) Modifies disposition of certain state revenues through repeal of the Revenue Stabilization Trust Fund and deposits of certain revenue streams into the Budget Stabilization Fund (RRF INCREASE GF RV See Note)
(Constitutional Amendment) Provides relative to the application of state monies to the unfunded accrued liability of the Teachers' Retirement System of La. (EN DECREASE SD RV See Note)
Proposing An Amendment To Article Xvii, Section 3 Of The Hawaii Constitution To Specify That The Standard For Voter Approval Of A Constitutional Amendment Proposed By The Legislature Is A Majority Of All The Votes Tallied Upon The Question.