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signed · North Dakota · House Apr 24, 2025

HB 1203: AN ACT to create and enact section 19-24.1-24.1 and a new subsection to section 19-24.1-36 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to regulating edible medical marijuana products; and to amend and reenact section 19-24.1-01 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to definitions of medical marijuana products.

Relating to regulating edible medical marijuana products; and to amend and reenact section 19‑24.1‑01 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to definitions of medical marijuana products.

signed · North Dakota · Senate Apr 24, 2025

SB 2023: AN ACT to provide an appropriation for defraying the expenses of the North Dakota racing commission.

This bill appropriates $458,077 from North Dakota's general fund to cover the operational costs of the North Dakota Racing Commission for the 2025-2027 biennium. It provides funding for the commission's existing expenses, including support for two full-time staff positions, without changing any laws or directly affecting residents or businesses. The bill is a routine budget allocation for an existing state agency.

signed · North Dakota · Senate Apr 24, 2025

SB 2280: AN ACT to create and enact chapter 26.1-36.12 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to prior authorization for health insurance; to provide for a legislative management study; to provide for a legislative management report; and to provide an effective date.

Relating to prior authorization for health insurance; to provide for a legislative management study; to provide for a legislative management report; and to provide an effective date.

signed · North Dakota · Senate Apr 24, 2025

SB 2069: AN ACT to amend and reenact section 46-05-09 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to publication requirements for legal notices.

This bill, SB 2069, proposes changes to the existing publication requirements for legal notices within the North Dakota Century Code, specifically section 46-05-09. The provided context indicates it relates to how and where legal notices must be published, but does not detail the specific amendments or the mechanisms by which these requirements would change. Therefore, it is not possible to describe who is directly affected or the concrete policy changes without further information.

signed · North Dakota · House Apr 24, 2025

HB 1004: AN ACT to provide an appropriation for defraying the expenses of the state auditor; and to amend and reenact section 54-10-10 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the salary of the state auditor.

HB 1004 provides an appropriation of funds to cover the operational expenses of the State Auditor's office. Additionally, it amends section 54-10-10 of the North Dakota Century Code, which specifically relates to and sets the salary for the State Auditor. These provisions directly affect the funding for the State Auditor's office and the compensation of the individual holding the State Auditor position.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

signed · North Dakota · House Apr 24, 2025

HB 1429: AN ACT to amend and reenact sections 12.1-17-07 and 12.1-17-07.1 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to harassment and stalking with a robot; and to provide a penalty.

House Bill 1429 updates North Dakota's laws concerning harassment and stalking. It specifically amends existing statutes to include acts committed "with a robot." This means that using a robot to harass or stalk another person would now be explicitly covered under these laws, making such actions illegal. The bill also specifies that a penalty would apply to individuals found guilty of these offenses.

signed · North Dakota · Senate Apr 24, 2025

SB 2228: AN ACT to provide an appropriation to the department of commerce for a rural grocery store sustainability grant program.

SB 2228 allocates $1 million to North Dakota's department of commerce for grants to help rural grocery stores stay open and expand food access. The program prioritizes funding for existing stores over new store feasibility studies and runs for the 2025-2027 biennium. Grants can cover operational costs to sustain current stores or support new store planning. This is a one-time funding measure with no ongoing budget impact.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

signed · North Dakota · House Apr 24, 2025

HB 1537: AN ACT to amend and reenact section 6-09.4-22 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to service agreement protection of service during the term of the loan; and to declare an emergency.

This bill amends section 6-09.4-22 of the North Dakota Century Code. It relates to the protection of services under a service agreement for the duration of a loan term. The bill also includes an emergency declaration, meaning it would take effect immediately upon becoming law. *Please note: The provided context does not offer specific details on how the service agreement protection is amended or what the exact mechanisms of this protection are.*

signed · North Dakota · Senate Apr 24, 2025

SB 2022: AN ACT to provide an appropriation for defraying the expenses of the commission on legal counsel for indigents; to create and enact a new subsection to section 54-44.3-20 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to categories of positions in the state service; and to provide for a legislative management study.

SB 2022 provides an appropriation to cover the operating expenses of the commission responsible for providing legal counsel to indigent individuals. The bill also amends state law by adding a new subsection to define categories of positions within the state service. Finally, it mandates that the legislative management conduct a study.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

signed · North Dakota · Senate Apr 24, 2025

SB 2241: AN ACT to create and enact a new chapter to title 15.1 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the authorization and administration of public charter schools; and to provide for a legislative management report.

Senate Bill 2241 proposes creating a new chapter in the North Dakota Century Code to authorize and administer public charter schools. This bill establishes the framework for how these new types of public schools can be formed and operated within the state, directly affecting students, parents, and educational institutions. It outlines the processes for their authorization and ongoing management. Additionally, the legislation requires a report from legislative management concerning these new provisions.

Topics ✓ Education

signed · North Dakota · House Apr 24, 2025

HB 1027: AN ACT to amend and reenact sections 26.1-01-03, 26.1-22-01, 26.1-22-02, 26.1-22-02.1, 26.1-22-03.1, 26.1-22-09, 26.1-22-10, 26.1-22-11, 26.1-22-14, 26.1-22-16, 26.1-22-17, 26.1-22-21, and 26.1-22-22, subdivisions a and c of subsection 1 of section 26.1-23.1-01, and section 37-03-13 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to changing the administration of the state fire and tornado fund from the insurance commissioner to the office of management and budget; to repeal sections 26.1-22-03, 26.1-22-05, 26.1-22-06, 26.1-22-06.1, 26.1-22-08, 26.1-22-10.1, 26.1-22-13, 26.1-22-15, 26.1-22-18, 26.1-22-19, and 26.1-22-21.1 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the administration of the state fire and tornado fund; to provide for a legislative management study; and to provide a continuing appropriation.

Relating to changing the administration of the state fire and tornado fund from the insurance commissioner to the office of management and budget; to repeal sections 26.1‑22‑03, 26.1‑22‑05, 26.1‑22‑06, 26.1‑22‑06.1, 26.1‑22‑08, 26.1‑22‑10.1, 26.1‑22‑13, 26.1‑22‑15, 26.1‑22‑18, 26.1‑22‑19, and 26.1‑22‑21.1 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the administration of the state fire and tornado fund; to provide for a legislative management study; and to provide a continuing appropriation.

signed · North Dakota · Senate Apr 24, 2025

SB 2340: AN ACT to provide for a legislative management study to evaluate the evolving fire service operational and response needs of the state.

SB 2340 requires North Dakota's legislature to conduct a study during the 2025-26 interim on evolving fire service needs. The study will examine regional response teams, coordination of state resources, staffing, training, and funding alternatives to reduce reliance on local property taxes. It mandates consultation with fire departments, the fire marshal, and other stakeholders to identify policy changes needed for a unified fire service system. This procedural bill does not enact new law but aims to inform future legislative action.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes