HB 1504 amends North Dakota's veterans' postwar trust fund to clarify its permanent status and management. It requires all investment income from the fund to be used exclusively for veteran programs or services, with funds automatically appropriated to the veterans' affairs committee for the following biennium. The bill adds a new provision allowing veterans' organizations (as defined in state law) to donate funds specifically for programs preventing and eliminating veteran homelessness. These changes ensure the fund's resources directly support veterans' needs through established administrative channels.
SB 2146 creates North Dakota's participation in an interstate occupational therapy licensure compact. It allows licensed occupational therapists from participating states to practice in North Dakota under a "compact privilege" without needing a separate state license, provided the patient is physically located in North Dakota during care. This mutual recognition improves access to therapy services for patients across state lines while preserving each state's authority to regulate practice and protect public safety. The compact also standardizes how states share disciplinary information and handle complaints between member states.
SB 2254 provides $2 million in one-time funding for fixed-route city transportation systems in North Dakota to support their paratransit services (accessible transit options for people with disabilities or mobility challenges) during the 2025-2027 biennium. This grant program directly benefits cities operating public bus routes that offer complementary paratransit services. The bill also requires the legislature to conduct a study during the 2025-26 interim, examining how transit networks can address population growth, economic development, workforce needs, and healthcare access, with the goal of developing a future funding formula for these systems. The study will inform potential future budget allocations for city transportation services.
This bill provides $1.2 million in state funding from the general fund to cover the Indian Affairs Commission's operating costs for the 2025-2027 biennium. The appropriation includes $949,000 for staff salaries and $268,000 for daily operations, supporting the commission's work with tribal nations. It directly affects the Indian Affairs Commission, a state body responsible for coordinating with North Dakota's tribal governments. This is a routine budget allocation for existing commission functions, not a new policy change.
SB 2395 creates a new chapter in North Dakota law to streamline licensing for professionals moving from other states. It requires boards to issue licenses to out-of-state licensees who meet specific criteria (like recent active practice, no recent disciplinary actions, and passing background checks) within seven business days for routine applications. The law also mandates electronic application systems, annual reviews of interstate licensing compacts, and virtual options for continuing education. This directly affects licensed professionals (like healthcare workers or tradespeople) seeking to practice in North Dakota without full re-licensure.
SB 2255 amends North Dakota's Century Code to revise the qualifications, term length, and duties of the state health officer. The bill directly affects the state health officer position and the process for appointing and overseeing that role. Key provisions include updating the requirements for who can serve as health officer, the duration of their term, and the specific responsibilities they must perform. This procedural update refines the legal framework governing the position without altering the core public health functions of the role.
Relating to the regulation of odors in an animal feeding operation and zoning authority over animal feeding operations in counties and townships; and to provide an effective date.
SB 2169 requires physical therapists in North Dakota to communicate the overall treatment plan to patients and obtain their informed consent, or consent from a legally authorized representative. This law directly affects physical therapy patients and providers across the state by establishing a clear communication and consent standard. The key provision mandates that therapists explain care plans before treatment begins, ensuring patients understand their options. The bill became law after the Governor signed it on April 2, 2025. It focuses on patient autonomy in physical therapy care without altering other treatment protocols.
SB 2292 amends North Dakota law to update the reimbursement process for medical screenings and examinations following sexual assault. The bill revises subsection 3 of section 12.1-34-07 in the North Dakota Century Code. This change directly affects sexual assault victims in the state by modifying how their medical expenses related to the assault are handled. The key provision is the specific legal amendment to the reimbursement mechanism, though the exact procedural details are not specified in the provided abstract.
SB 2352 creates a new legal provision in North Dakota law authorizing children of incarcerated individuals to reside at the Heart River Correctional Center. This bill directly affects inmates' children and the correctional center by establishing a formal process for their residence there. The key mechanism is the addition of a specific subsection to the North Dakota Century Code (section 54-23.3-04) that authorizes this arrangement. The bill does not change existing policies but provides statutory authorization for an existing practice.
SB 2247 amends North Dakota's vehicle title procedures by updating sections 39-05-05 and 39-05-20 of the Century Code. It changes how vehicle owners and dealers apply for new title certificates and remove license plates when selling or disposing of vehicles. The bill directly affects anyone transferring vehicle ownership within North Dakota. Key changes streamline the application process for title certificates and clarify requirements for plate removal during vehicle transactions.
SB 2171 amends North Dakota's emergency mental health procedures to clarify timelines and requirements for individuals detained due to mental health crises. It requires mental health facilities to examine individuals within 24 hours (or 72 hours for serious physical conditions) and either release them or file a court petition if emergency standards are met. Courts must schedule a hearing within four days (excluding weekends/holidays) with appointed legal counsel if the person hasn't been released or voluntarily admitted. This affects mental health facilities, individuals in emergency detention, and local courts handling these cases. The bill establishes a streamlined process for temporary detention while ensuring timely judicial review.
