North Dakota Bills | MyRepTracker

failed · North Dakota · House Feb 25, 2025

HCR 3031: A concurrent resolution directing the Legislative Management to consider studying the regulatory framework and potential economic impact of tetrahydrocannabinol infused beverages.

HCR 3031 is a non-binding resolution directing North Dakota's Legislative Management to study the regulation and economic impact of THC-infused beverages (drinks containing hemp-derived THC). It specifically requests an analysis of the current regulatory framework and potential economic effects if these beverages were permitted in the state. The resolution requires Legislative Management to report findings and any recommended legislation to the next state legislative session. This study would inform future policy decisions but does not change existing laws or directly affect any businesses or consumers at this time.

failed · North Dakota · House Feb 25, 2025

HB 1411: A BILL for an Act to create and enact section 62.1-01-03.2 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to state prohibition on extreme risk protection provisions; and to provide a penalty.

HB 1411 prohibits North Dakota state agencies, courts, and political subdivisions from adopting, implementing, or enforcing "extreme risk protection provisions" - rules or court orders that temporarily restrict firearm access for individuals deemed a risk to themselves or others. The bill explicitly bans such provisions (excluding domestic violence or mental health orders) and states that violating this prohibition is a class B felony. It also prevents state agencies from using public funds to support any related enforcement. This bill directly affects courts, law enforcement, and state agencies by blocking the implementation of "red flag" laws at the state level.

Topics ✗ Criminal Justice

failed · North Dakota · Senate Feb 25, 2025

SCR 4014: A concurrent resolution directing the Legislative Management to consider studying election and political party activities in a legislative district containing tribal lands.

SCR 4014 is a procedural resolution directing North Dakota's Legislative Management to study election and political party activities in legislative districts containing tribal lands. It requires examining whether current electoral practices ensure equal voting access for all qualified voters in these districts, including how recent court cases have impacted redistricting and the historical use of smaller voting areas (subdistricts). The study must assess if changes to electoral rules are needed to prevent future legal challenges and ensure fair participation. Legislative Management must then report its findings and any recommended policy changes to the next legislative session.

failed · North Dakota · Senate Feb 25, 2025

SCR 4016: A concurrent resolution directing the Legislative Management to consider studying primary election procedures applying to partisan races and whether the use of a separate ballot based on political party would enrich the primary election held in the state.

SCR 4016 is a resolution directing North Dakota's Legislative Management to study whether using separate ballots for partisan primary elections (organized by political party) would improve the primary election process. It does not change current election rules but asks for an analysis of this specific ballot structure, which is not currently used in North Dakota. The study would also examine how political parties access voter data from primary elections, as referenced in the resolution's context. This resolution, which failed to pass in February 2025, only directs a study and does not implement any new policy. It affects Legislative Management staff, who would conduct the study and report findings to the next legislative session.

failed · North Dakota · House Feb 25, 2025

HB 1163: A BILL for an Act to create and enact a new section to chapter 15.1-36 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to a legacy fund school construction assistance loan fund; to amend and reenact section 21-10-11, relating to the legacy and budget stabilization fund advisory board; and to provide a continuing appropriation.

Relating to a legacy fund school construction assistance loan fund; to amend and reenact section 21‑10‑11, relating to the legacy and budget stabilization fund advisory board; and to provide a continuing appropriation.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Education

failed · North Dakota · House Feb 25, 2025

HB 1350: A BILL for an Act to amend and reenact subsection 1 of section 62.1-01-01 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to dangerous weapons.

HB 1350 amends North Dakota's definition of "dangerous weapon" to explicitly include items like switchblades, gravity knives, machetes, certain martial arts weapons (e.g., nunchaku), BB guns, and weapons expelling projectiles via air/gas. It also clarifies that the definition excludes business tools, defensive sprays (CS/CN agents), and non-projectile stun devices. The bill did not pass the legislature, failing with 39 votes in favor and 53 against on February 25, 2025. This change would directly affect individuals possessing these specific items, altering how they are classified under state law.

failed · North Dakota · House Feb 25, 2025

HB 1296: A BILL for an Act to amend and reenact section 62.1-04-04 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to producing a license to carry a concealed firearm upon request from a law enforcement officer; and to provide a penalty.

HB 1296 would require individuals carrying concealed firearms (with a valid license) to show their physical license, a digital image of the license, or a valid driver's license/nondriver ID card to law enforcement upon request during any contact, including traffic stops. Violating this requirement would result in a $20 noncriminal fee, not criminal penalties. The bill directly affects concealed carry license holders in North Dakota by mandating immediate presentation of identification during officer interactions. It amends North Dakota Century Code section 62.1-04-04 to clarify these presentation obligations and penalties.

failed · North Dakota · Senate Feb 24, 2025

SB 2252: A BILL for an Act to create and enact a new section to chapter 16.1-03 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to a district endorsing caucus or convention; and to amend and reenact sections 16.1-03-11, 16.1-03-14, 16.1-11-01, 16.1-12-10, and 16.1-13-04 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to state party conventions and endorsing caucuses or conventions for primary and general elections.

Relating to a district endorsing caucus or convention; and to amend and reenact sections 16.1‑03‑11, 16.1‑03‑14, 16.1‑11‑01, 16.1‑12‑10, and 16.1‑13‑04 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to state party conventions and endorsing caucuses or conventions for primary and general elections.

failed · North Dakota · Senate Feb 24, 2025

SB 2263: A BILL for an Act to provide an appropriation for mastery framework training grants.

SB 2263 allocates $500,000 for school districts to fund training grants focused on implementing "mastery frameworks" in education. This system requires students to master specific skills before advancing, and the bill provides grants for school district teams (including at least one administrator and, if available, an instructional coach) to develop and share these frameworks. Each team can receive up to $25,000 for staff stipends during dedicated training time (limited to ten days beyond regular contracts), with priority given to teams that have completed approved leadership training. The funding is one-time and intended for the 2025-2027 biennium, specifically to support schools in creating and scaling these instructional approaches across North Dakota.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Education

failed · North Dakota · Senate Feb 24, 2025

SB 2394: A BILL for an Act to create and enact a new chapter to title 47 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to association community bylaws and board of directors.

SB 2394 would establish new rules for homeowner associations in North Dakota, requiring them to adopt specific bylaws governing operations and board management. Key provisions include mandating annual budgets, formal reserve funds for future repairs (like roof replacements or pavement work), and quarterly board meetings with detailed financial disclosures to members. The bill directly affects property owners within these associations, requiring them to carry adequate insurance and providing members a 30-day response window for written inquiries. It also sets spending limits (requiring two board signatures for expenses over $10,000) and annual insurance updates to cover property replacement costs.

failed · North Dakota · Senate Feb 24, 2025

SB 2030: A BILL for an Act to provide an appropriation to the housing finance agency and the department of public instruction; to provide for a transfer; and to provide for a legislative management study.

SB 2030 allocates $10 million to North Dakota's Housing Finance Agency for homeless grants and $50,000 for a homelessness study during the 2025-2027 biennium. It also provides $1 million to the Department of Public Instruction for homelessness liaison services in the state's ten largest school districts, requiring each district to match state funds dollar-for-dollar. Additionally, the bill transfers $200 million to the Housing Incentive Fund and mandates a legislative study on homelessness to identify funding gaps and solutions. These provisions directly affect homeless individuals, school districts, and state agencies managing housing and education services.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Education ✓ Housing

failed · North Dakota · Senate Feb 24, 2025

SB 2378: A BILL for an Act to create and enact a new section to chapter 57-15 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to limitations on taxing district budgets without voter approval; and to provide an effective date.

SB 2378 would limit how much local governments (like cities, counties, or school districts) in North Dakota can increase property taxes without voter approval. It sets a cap: annual tax budget increases could not exceed the Consumer Price Index (CPI) from the previous year, adjusted for changes in taxable property (e.g., new construction or lost exemptions). To exceed this limit, local governments would need approval from at least two-thirds of voters in a general election, but only for one year at a time. The bill applies to all taxing districts and prevents cities/counties from overriding these rules through home rule authority. It was introduced in January 2025 but failed to pass in February 2025.

Topics ✗ Budget & Taxes ✗ Education