North Dakota Bills

failed · North Dakota · Senate Feb 14, 2025

SB 2187: A BILL for an Act to amend and reenact subsection 2 of section 44-08-04 and subsection 2 of section 54-03-20 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to lodging, compensation, and expense reimbursement.

SB 2187 sets new daily reimbursement rates for state employees traveling within North Dakota, with tiered rates based on time of day (e.g., $9 for 6 a.m.-12 p.m., $22 for 6 p.m.-12 a.m.). It caps lodging expenses at 90% of U.S. General Services Administration rates and establishes monthly reimbursement limits for legislators tied to these daily rates. The bill directly affects state employees and legislative members who incur travel costs for work-related duties. These changes amend specific sections of North Dakota’s Century Code to standardize and limit reimbursement amounts for lodging and travel expenses.

failed · North Dakota · Senate Feb 14, 2025

SB 2185: A BILL for an Act to provide an appropriation to the parks and recreation department for a Lake Metigoshe state park sewer infrastructure replacement grant project.

SB 2185 appropriates $1 million from North Dakota's general fund for a one-time grant to replace outdated sewer and water infrastructure at Lake Metigoshe State Park and surrounding areas. The funds would be provided to a local water resource district to modernize the aging systems serving the park and adjacent communities. This grant is intended for the 2025-2027 biennium and focuses specifically on infrastructure upgrades, not policy changes. The bill directly affects park operations and nearby residents reliant on the shared sewer system.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

failed · North Dakota · House Feb 14, 2025

HB 1295: A BILL for an Act to amend and reenact subsection 3 of section 54-35-26 and sections 57-40.2-03.3 and 57-60-06 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the evaluation of economic development tax incentives, the carbon dioxide capture and injection use tax exemption, and the ad valorem property tax exemption for carbon dioxide capture equipment used for enhanced oil recovery and secure geologic storage; to repeal sections 57-06-17.1, 57-06-17.2, and 57-39.2-04.14 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the carbon dioxide pipeline exemption, payments in lieu of taxes for certain carbon dioxide pipeline property, and the carbon dioxide capture and injection sales tax exemption; and to provide an effective date.

Relating to the evaluation of economic development tax incentives, the carbon dioxide capture and injection use tax exemption, and the ad valorem property tax exemption for carbon dioxide capture equipment used for enhanced oil recovery and secure geologic storage; to repeal sections 57‑06‑17.1, 57‑06‑17.2, and 57‑39.2‑04.14 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the carbon dioxide pipeline exemption, payments in lieu of taxes for certain carbon dioxide pipeline property, and the carbon dioxide capture and injection sales tax exemption; and to provide an effective date.

Topics ✗ Energy

passed · North Dakota · Senate Feb 14, 2025

SB 2192: A BILL for an Act to provide an appropriation to the department of health and human services for accreditation grants for community providers.

SB 2192 would provide $240,000 in state funds to reimburse community health and social service providers for costs associated with meeting state accreditation requirements. It directly affects community-based organizations that need accreditation to operate, such as clinics, shelters, or support programs. The bill authorizes the Department of Health and Human Services to distribute grants covering these accreditation expenses for the 2025-2027 biennium. This is a funding measure, not a policy change to accreditation standards themselves.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Healthcare

passed · North Dakota · Senate Feb 13, 2025

SB 2347: A BILL for an Act to create and enact three new sections to chapter 53-06.2 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to historic horse race wagering, pari-mutuel horse racing, and the establishment of the racing commission fund; to amend and reenact sections 53-06.2-01, 53-06.2-04, 53-06.2-05, 53-06.2-06, 53-06.2-07, 53-06.2-08, 53-06.2-10, 53-06.2-10.1, and 53-06.2-11 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the authorization of historic horse race wagering and the elimination of simulcast dog racing under the certificate system; and to provide an effective date.

Relating to historic horse race wagering, pari-mutuel horse racing, and the establishment of the racing commission fund; to amend and reenact sections 53‑06.2‑01, 53‑06.2‑04, 53‑06.2‑05, 53‑06.2‑06, 53‑06.2‑07, 53‑06.2‑08, 53‑06.2‑10, 53‑06.2‑10.1, and 53‑06.2‑11 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the authorization of historic horse race wagering and the elimination of simulcast dog racing under the certificate system; and to provide an effective date.

failed · North Dakota · House Feb 13, 2025

HB 1607: A BILL for an Act to create and enact a new chapter to title 15.1 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the establishment of the educational empowerment account for authorized educational expenses; and to amend and reenact section 15.1-20-02 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to compulsory attendance exceptions.

Relating to the establishment of the educational empowerment account for authorized educational expenses; and to amend and reenact section 15.1‑20‑02 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to compulsory attendance exceptions.

passed · North Dakota · House Feb 13, 2025

HB 1282: A BILL for an Act to create and enact a new section to chapter 54-52.1 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to public employee fertility health benefits; to provide for a report to the legislative assembly; to provide for application; and to provide an expiration date.

Relating to public employee fertility health benefits; to provide for a report to the legislative assembly; to provide for application; and to provide an expiration date.

Topics ✓ Healthcare ✓ Labor & Employment

failed · North Dakota · House Feb 13, 2025

HB 1536: A BILL for an Act to provide an appropriation to the department of public instruction to implement a Native American history curriculum; and to provide for a legislative management report.

HB 1536 allocates $1.5 million to North Dakota's Department of Public Instruction to develop and implement a K-12 Native American history curriculum across all public schools. The funding is divided: $600,000 for curriculum development with tribal collaboration, $300,000 for teacher training, $500,000 for educational materials, and $100,000 for oversight. It requires a tribal advisory committee and mandates equitable resource distribution, especially for rural and underfunded schools. The bill also requires a 2026 progress report to the legislature on implementation and effectiveness.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Education

failed · North Dakota · House Feb 13, 2025

HB 1570: A BILL for an Act to create and enact a new section to chapter 50-06 and two new sections to chapter 57-36 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the creation of a tobacco tax distribution behavioral health fund and the collection, transfer, and report of a tax on electronic smoking devices and alternative tobacco products; to amend and reenact sections 57-36-01, 57-36-25, 57-36-26, 57-36-31, and 57-36-32 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the tax imposed on cigarettes and other tobacco products; to provide a penalty; and to provide an effective date.

Relating to the creation of a tobacco tax distribution behavioral health fund and the collection, transfer, and report of a tax on electronic smoking devices and alternative tobacco products; to amend and reenact sections 57‑36‑01, 57‑36‑25, 57‑36‑26, 57‑36‑31, and 57‑36‑32 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the tax imposed on cigarettes and other tobacco products; to provide a penalty; and to provide an effective date.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

passed · North Dakota · House Feb 13, 2025

HB 1284: A BILL for an Act to create and enact a new section to chapter 54-52.1 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to public employee fertility preservation health benefits; to provide for a report to the legislative assembly; to provide for application; and to provide an expiration date.

Relating to public employee fertility preservation health benefits; to provide for a report to the legislative assembly; to provide for application; and to provide an expiration date.

Topics ✓ Labor & Employment

introduced · North Dakota · House Feb 13, 2025

HCR 3027: A concurrent resolution declaring February 13, 2025, as "Giving Hearts Day."

HCR 3027 is a ceremonial resolution declaring February 13, 2025, as "Giving Hearts Day" in North Dakota. It recognizes the annual charitable event started by the Dakota Medical Foundation, Impact Foundation, and Alex Stern Family Foundation in 2008, which has raised over $195 million for regional charities. The resolution has no policy provisions or direct impact on individuals or organizations; it solely serves as a symbolic declaration to honor the event. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to notify the supporting foundations of this designation.

failed · North Dakota · House Feb 13, 2025

HB 1590: A BILL for an Act to create and enact a new chapter to title 6 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to a student education services account pilot program; and to provide an appropriation.

HB 1590 would create a pilot program allowing North Dakota parents to open student education services accounts for K-12 children. Parents could deposit up to $2,000 annually per child, with the Bank of North Dakota matching 50% of those deposits. Funds could cover authorized expenses like career courses, tutoring, mental health services, and approved educational materials, with unused funds rolling over yearly. The pilot, running 2025-2027 with $41.2 million in state funding, would close accounts if students leave the state or don't pursue higher education, requiring parent refunds for contributed amounts.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Education ✓ Healthcare

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