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signed · North Dakota · House Apr 30, 2025

HB 1566: AN ACT to provide for a legislative management study relating to the potential uses of kratom and the implementation of regulations of kratom in the state.

HB 1566 directs the legislative management to conduct a study regarding kratom. This study will investigate the potential uses of kratom and explore how it could be regulated within the state. The bill aims to gather information to inform future legislative decisions concerning kratom.

signed · North Dakota · House Apr 30, 2025

HB 1584: AN ACT to create and enact four new sections to chapter 26.1-27.1 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to pharmacy benefits managers and a pharmacy benefit manager enforcement fund; to amend and reenact subsection 1 of section 26.1-01-07, sections 26.1-27.1-01, 26.1-27.1-02, 26.1-27.1-04, 26.1-27.1-06 and 26.1-27.1-07 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to pharmacy benefits managers; to repeal section 26.1-27-01.1 and chapter 26.1-36.10 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to pharmacy benefits managers and prescription drug costs; to provide a penalty; to provide an appropriation; to provide for a transfer; to provide an effective date; to provide an expiration date; and to declare an emergency.

Relating to pharmacy benefits managers and a pharmacy benefit manager enforcement fund; to amend and reenact subsection 1 of section 26.1‑01‑07, sections 26.1‑27.1-01, 26.1‑27.1‑02, 26.1‑27.1‑04, 26.1‑27.1‑06 and 26.1‑27.1‑07 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to pharmacy benefits managers; to repeal section 26.1‑27‑01.1 and chapter 26.1‑36.10 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to pharmacy benefits managers and prescription drug costs; to provide a penalty; to provide an appropriation; to provide for a transfer; to provide an effective date; to provide an expiration date; and to declare an emergency.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

signed · North Dakota · House Apr 30, 2025

HB 1322: AN ACT to create and enact a new section to chapter 23-27 and a new section to chapter 26.1-47 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to ambulance service balanced billing and provider reimbursement; to amend and reenact section 23-27-04.8 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to emergency medical services communication; to provide for a legislative management study; and to provide an appropriation.

Relating to ambulance service balanced billing and provider reimbursement; to amend and reenact section 23‑27‑04.8 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to emergency medical services communication; to provide for a legislative management study; and to provide an appropriation.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

signed · North Dakota · House Apr 30, 2025

HB 1612: AN ACT to create and enact a new section to chapter 15-11 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the establishment of the North Dakota center for aerospace medicine for mental health support and certification assistance; and to provide an appropriation.

Relating to the establishment of the North Dakota center for aerospace medicine for mental health support and certification assistance; and to provide an appropriation.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Healthcare

signed · North Dakota · House Apr 30, 2025

HB 1482: AN ACT to amend and reenact sections 15.1-07-03, 15.1-07-04, 21-03-04, 21-03-07, 21-03-11, and 21-03-13 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to a school district debt limit election, the requirements of a municipal bond election, and the contents of a ballot.

HB 1482 updates the legal requirements for elections held by school districts regarding their debt limits. It also modifies the rules for municipal bond elections, which are used by cities and counties to approve the issuance of bonds. Additionally, the bill specifies the information that must be included on the ballot for both school district debt limit and municipal bond elections. These changes directly affect school districts, municipalities, and the voters participating in these financial approval processes.

signed · North Dakota · House Apr 30, 2025

HB 1248: AN ACT to amend and reenact section 54-03-28 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the cost-benefit analysis requirement for health insurance mandated coverage of services.

HB 1248 modifies the requirements for conducting a cost-benefit analysis when considering new health insurance mandates in North Dakota. This bill amends existing state code related to how proposals for mandatory health insurance coverage of specific services are evaluated. It directly affects the process by which new healthcare services might be added to the list of those health insurers are required to cover. The changes influence how the financial impact and benefits of such mandates are assessed before implementation.

signed · North Dakota · House Apr 30, 2025

HB 1225: AN ACT to amend and reenact sections 12.1-17-03 and 12.1-32-09 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to reckless endangerment and habitual offenders; and to provide a penalty.

This bill, HB 1225, proposes changes to North Dakota law concerning reckless endangerment and habitual offenders. It aims to amend specific sections of the North Dakota Century Code related to these criminal classifications and also includes provisions for penalties. However, the provided information does not detail the specific changes or mechanisms the bill introduces regarding these offenses.

signed · North Dakota · House Apr 30, 2025

HB 1307: AN ACT to amend and reenact sections 11-09.1-04, 11-09.1-05, 40-05.1-05, 40-05.1-06, and 40-49-07 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to election laws in home rule counties and cities and nominating petition signature thresholds in park districts.

HB 1307 amends North Dakota's election laws, primarily affecting home rule counties and cities, as well as park districts. It modifies the election procedures and regulations that apply to local governments operating under home rule charters. Additionally, the bill revises the number of signatures required on nominating petitions for individuals seeking election to park district boards.

signed · North Dakota · House Apr 30, 2025

HB 1600: AN ACT to create and enact a new section to chapter 15-11 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the establishment of the immigration law clinic at the university of North Dakota school of law; to provide for a report; and to provide an appropriation.

Relating to the establishment of the immigration law clinic at the university of North Dakota school of law; to provide for a report; and to provide an appropriation.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Education ✓ Immigration

signed · North Dakota · House Apr 30, 2025

HB 1193: AN ACT to provide an appropriation to the attorney general for a peace officer and correctional officer appreciation grant program; and to provide for a legislative management report.

HB 1193 appropriates $8.45 million from North Dakota's general fund for a one-time grant program to provide appreciation bonuses to eligible peace and correctional officers. State agencies and local governments (political subdivisions) qualify for reimbursement based on the number of peace officers employed in law enforcement for at least four consecutive years. The Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation receives direct funding based on its correctional officers' tenure. Funds must be used exclusively to award each eligible officer a salary bonus of up to $6,000 annually, with the Attorney General administering the program in consultation with relevant boards. The program covers the 2025-2027 biennium.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Criminal Justice

signed · North Dakota · House Apr 30, 2025

HB 1119: AN ACT to provide for a legislative management study regarding child care provider licensing; to provide for a program evaluation regarding child care services; and to create a child care services licensing advisory committee.

HB 1119 updates North Dakota's child care licensing rules by creating a new advisory committee to guide licensing standards, requiring a legislative study on provider licensing processes, and conducting a program evaluation of child care services. It revises definitions (like "child care center" and "family child care") and amends certification requirements for early childhood programs operated by providers. The bill directly affects licensed child care providers, the Department of Health and Human Services, and local programs offering early childhood services. Key changes include replacing outdated training requirements and establishing clearer operational standards for centers serving children. This is an administrative update focused on improving oversight, not a new funding or service program.

signed · North Dakota · House Apr 30, 2025

HB 1160: AN ACT to create and enact a new section to chapter 15.1-07 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the use of personal electronic devices during instructional time.

House Bill 1160 proposes to create a new section within the North Dakota Century Code. This legislation focuses on establishing rules and regulations for the use of personal electronic devices during instructional time in schools. It directly affects students and educators by setting standards for device use, such as cell phones, within the classroom environment. The specific details of these new regulations are not provided in the bill's title or abstract.