North Dakota Bills

signed · North Dakota · House Mar 19, 2025

HB 1180: AN ACT to amend and reenact subsection 1 of section 15-10-18.2, subsection 2 of section 37-19.1-03, subdivision j of subsection 2 of section 39-04-18, subsection 1 of section 57-02-08.8, and subsection 1 of section 57-40.3-04 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to eligibility for certain veteran earned benefits; and to provide an effective date.

HB 1180 amends North Dakota law to clarify eligibility for veteran benefits, directly affecting veterans with service-connected disabilities, their dependents, and surviving spouses. It updates definitions to include veterans with a 100% service-connected disability (including those with extra-schedular ratings for total disability), expanding who qualifies as a "dependent" for benefits like education assistance and employment preferences. Key provisions include allowing spouses of disabled veterans to claim employment preference if the veteran cannot, and extending free distinctive vehicle license plates (for up to two vehicles) to disabled veterans and surviving spouses receiving VA dependency compensation. The bill also clarifies residency requirements for dependents and streamlines proof of VA compensation eligibility.

Topics ✓ Veterans

signed · North Dakota · House Mar 19, 2025

HB 1133: AN ACT to amend and reenact section 15.1-11-05 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the preservation of records by county superintendents of schools.

HB 1133 requires county superintendents of schools in North Dakota to preserve all official records with educational value or that document their official actions. Upon leaving their position, they must transfer these records to their successor. The bill amends existing law to clarify and update these record-keeping duties. This directly affects county school administrators, ensuring continuity in preserving important educational and administrative documents.

signed · North Dakota · House Mar 19, 2025

HB 1178: AN ACT to create and enact a new section to chapter 15.1-07 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to school districts allowing students to leave campus to vote in elections.

HB 1178 requires North Dakota school districts to create policies allowing students who are qualified voters (18+ and registered) to leave campus during school hours to vote in elections. The policy must include conditions like time limits for absence or designated voting periods. This law directly affects high school students eligible to vote, enabling them to participate in elections without missing class. The bill became effective after being signed by the Governor on March 14, 2025. It establishes a concrete requirement for school districts to facilitate student voting access.

Topics ✓ Education

signed · North Dakota · House Mar 19, 2025

HB 1093: AN ACT to amend and reenact section 39-06.2-06 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to commercial driver's licenses; and to declare an emergency.

HB 1093 amends North Dakota's commercial driver's license (CDL) regulations under Section 39-06.2-06 of the Century Code and declares an emergency. The bill's official abstract does not specify the exact changes to CDL requirements, so the precise policy modifications or who is directly affected cannot be determined from the provided context. It was enacted on March 17, 2025, after passing both legislative chambers and receiving the Governor's signature. Without further details on the amendments, the summary cannot describe specific mechanisms or provisions.

passed · North Dakota · House Mar 18, 2025

HB 1518: A BILL for an Act to amend and reenact section 39-10-16 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to rotary traffic islands.

HB 1518 would update North Dakota's traffic code to clarify rules for driving around rotary traffic islands (roundabouts). It requires vehicles to drive only to the right of such islands and mandates drivers to signal before exiting a rotary. The bill specifically applies to drivers navigating designated roundabouts on one-way roadways, as defined in the amended traffic code section. This proposal did not pass the legislature, with 3 votes in favor and 43 against.

Topics ✓ Transportation

passed · North Dakota · Senate Mar 18, 2025

SB 2193: A BILL for an Act to create and enact two new sections to chapter 25-13 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the certification and sale of assistance animals; to amend and reenact section 25-13-01.1 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to definitions associated with assistance animals; and to provide a penalty.

Relating to the certification and sale of assistance animals; to amend and reenact section 25‑13‑01.1 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to definitions associated with assistance animals; and to provide a penalty.

passed both · North Dakota · House Mar 18, 2025

HB 1257: A BILL for an Act to amend and reenact sections 54-03.1-02 and 54-03.1-03 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the organizational session of the legislative assembly.

HB 1257 amends North Dakota's legislative code to set specific timing, duration, and agenda requirements for the organizational session of the state legislature. It requires all newly elected and continuing legislators to meet in Bismarck during the first two weeks of December in even-numbered years for a session lasting at least five business days. The bill mandates that the organizational session agenda include mandatory items like new legislator orientation, committee reports, party caucus discussions, budget presentations, and procedural reviews. This procedural bill directly affects all North Dakota state legislators by standardizing how the legislature prepares for its annual regular session. The changes aim to ensure the legislature is fully organized and ready to begin substantive work by the start of the regular session.

passed · North Dakota · Senate Mar 18, 2025

SCR 4018: A concurrent resolution urging the Capitol Grounds Planning Commission to initiate the planning and development of a line of duty death memorial dedicated to honoring both volunteer and career Emergency Medical Services personnel who have lost their lives in service to the state.

SCR 4018 is a concurrent resolution urging the Capitol Grounds Planning Commission to begin planning a memorial honoring Emergency Medical Services (EMS) personnel who died in the line of duty. It specifically recognizes both volunteer and career EMS staff, including paramedics, EMTs, and emergency vehicle operators who serve North Dakota residents. The resolution directs the Commission to collaborate with state health and EMS organizations, explore funding options (like donations or grants), and develop the memorial on Capitol grounds. As a symbolic gesture, it does not allocate funds or create new laws but seeks to establish a permanent tribute to these individuals' service and sacrifice.

in committee · North Dakota · House Mar 18, 2025

HCR 3014: A concurrent resolution urging public health, health care systems, and health care providers to prioritize primary prevention in addressing vitamin D deficiency through multifaceted precision public health and medicine approaches.

This non-binding resolution urges North Dakota's public health systems, healthcare providers, and hospitals to prioritize preventing vitamin D deficiency through tailored strategies. It highlights that North Dakota's high latitude (48°N) limits sun exposure for 6 months yearly, increasing deficiency risks - particularly for pregnant people, children, and those with mental health conditions or chronic diseases. The resolution directs the State Health Officer to publish it online and share it with medical associations, hospitals, and educational institutions to promote awareness and preventive care.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

in committee · North Dakota · House Mar 18, 2025

HCR 3011: A concurrent resolution urging Congress to provide veterans with medical coverage for hyperbaric oxygenation therapy.

This concurrent resolution urges Congress to provide medical coverage for hyperbaric oxygen therapy for veterans with traumatic brain injuries or PTSD. It directly affects veterans who currently rely on long-term medications for symptoms, as the resolution highlights hyperbaric oxygen therapy as a promising treatment alternative. The resolution does not create new policy but formally requests federal action to cover this specific therapy under veterans' healthcare. It was adopted by North Dakota's legislature and sent to Congress for consideration.

Topics ✓ Healthcare ✓ Veterans

passed · North Dakota · House Mar 17, 2025

HB 1255: A BILL for an Act to create and enact a new section to chapter 54-27 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the use of public funds to support public broadcasting.

HB 1255 prohibits state officers from using state or federal funds to support public broadcasting, either directly or indirectly. This bill directly affects state officers and agencies that manage public funds, restricting their ability to allocate money toward public broadcasting services. The key provision creates a new legal restriction in North Dakota law, explicitly banning the use of public funds for this purpose. The bill failed to pass in the legislature, receiving 6 yes votes and 41 no votes during its second reading.

failed · North Dakota · House Mar 17, 2025

HCR 3034: A concurrent resolution to amend and reenact sections 1 and 2 of article XV of the Constitution of North Dakota, relating to term limits for members of the legislative assembly and statewide elected officers; to repeal section 4 of article XV of the Constitution of North Dakota, relating to prohibiting the legislative assembly from proposing certain amendments to article XV of the Constitution of North Dakota; and to provide for application.

Relating to term limits for members of the legislative assembly and statewide elected officers; to repeal section 4 of article XV of the Constitution of North Dakota, relating to prohibiting the legislative assembly from proposing certain amendments to article XV of the Constitution of North Dakota; and to provide for application.

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