North Dakota Bills

failed · North Dakota · Senate Jan 15, 2025

SB 2111: A BILL for an Act to amend and reenact subsection 1 of section 12.1-32-07 and subsection 4 of section 54-23.3-01.1 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to supervised probation for class B misdemeanors.

SB 2111 would modify North Dakota's laws regarding supervised probation for individuals convicted of class B misdemeanors. Specifically, it proposes changes to sections 12.1-32-07 and 54-23.3-01.1 of the Century Code, altering the terms or conditions under which such probation is administered. The bill directly affects people sentenced for class B misdemeanors in North Dakota, potentially impacting their probation requirements. This is a substantive policy change focused on criminal justice procedures, not a procedural or commemorative measure.

died · North Dakota · House Jan 15, 2025

HB 1277: A BILL for an Act to create and enact a new section to chapter 54-03 and two new sections to chapter 54-66 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to immunity from criminal prosecution and an affirmative defense for individuals voting on legislation, closure of a matter and issuance of guidance by the ethics commission, and the discretionary referral of an investigation to an outside attorney or investigator by the ethics commission's executive director; to amend and reenact sections 12.1-13-02 and 54-66-01, subsection 2 of section 54-66-04, and sections 54-66-12 and 54-66-18 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to immunity from criminal prosecution when adhering to legislative rules, definitions related to state government ethics, confidential records related to an alleged violation of an ethics law or rule, and conflicts of interest in the legislative assembly; to repeal sections 54-66-05, 54-66-06, 54-66-07, 54-66-08, 54-66-09, and 54-66-10 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the complaint process of the ethics commission; and to declare an emergency.

Relating to immunity from criminal prosecution and an affirmative defense for individuals voting on legislation, closure of a matter and issuance of guidance by the ethics commission, and the discretionary referral of an investigation to an outside attorney or investigator by the ethics commission's executive director; to amend and reenact sections 12.1‑13‑02 and 54‑66‑01, subsection 2 of section 54‑66‑04, and sections 54‑66‑12 and 54‑66‑18 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to immunity from criminal prosecution when adhering to legislative rules, definitions related to state government ethics, confidential records related to an alleged violation of an ethics law or rule, and conflicts of interest in the legislative assembly; to repeal sections 54‑66‑05, 54‑66‑06, 54‑66‑07, 54‑66‑08, 54‑66‑09, and 54‑66‑10 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the complaint process of the ethics commission; and to declare an emergency.

died · North Dakota · House Jan 15, 2025

HB 1195: A BILL for an Act to amend and reenact subdivision k of subsection 2 of section 39-06.1-06 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the fee for overtaking and passing a schoolbus.

HB 1195 proposed changing the penalty fee for illegally overtaking or passing a school bus in North Dakota from an unspecified amount to $500. It directly affects drivers who violate school bus stop laws, as it would have increased the financial penalty for this traffic offense. The bill aimed to amend a specific section of North Dakota's traffic code (39-06.1-06) by updating the fee amount in subsection 2, subdivision k. The bill was introduced on January 10, 2025, but withdrawn from consideration on January 15, 2025, without becoming law.

Topics ✓ Transportation

failed · North Dakota · House Jan 15, 2025

HB 1101: A BILL for an Act to amend and reenact subsection 3 of section 19-03.1-05 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the scheduling of mitragynine as a schedule I controlled substance.

HB 1101 would have classified mitragynine (the active ingredient in kratom) as a Schedule I controlled substance under North Dakota law, making it illegal to possess, sell, or distribute. This change would directly affect individuals using kratom products and businesses selling them within the state. The bill proposed amending specific sections of the North Dakota Century Code to implement this scheduling change. The legislation failed to pass in the legislature, receiving 15 votes in favor and 77 against on January 15, 2025.

failed · North Dakota · Senate Jan 15, 2025

SB 2108: A BILL for an Act to create and enact chapter 43-17.5 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the physician assistant licensure compact.

SB 2108 aimed to establish North Dakota as a member of a multi-state compact for physician assistant (PA) licensure. If passed, it would have allowed North Dakota-licensed PAs to practice in other participating states without obtaining separate licenses, directly benefiting PAs seeking to work across state lines and patients in those states. The bill would have created a new chapter (43-17.5) in North Dakota law to implement this compact agreement. However, the bill failed to pass on January 15, 2025, with 0 votes in favor and 47 against.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

failed · North Dakota · House Jan 14, 2025

HB 1052: A BILL for an Act to amend and reenact section 39-13-09 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to regulation of tourist-oriented directional signs.

HB 1052 proposed amending North Dakota's laws to regulate tourist-oriented directional signs. The bill would have established specific rules for the placement, size, or content of signs used to direct tourists to attractions or businesses. It directly affected businesses and property owners that use such signs along public roads. The bill was introduced in January 2025 but failed to pass, receiving only one vote in favor during its second reading.

failed · North Dakota · House Jan 14, 2025

HB 1054: A BILL for an Act to create and enact section 24-01-12.4 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to sponsorship agreements for highway related services within highway right of way.

HB 1054 proposed creating a new section in North Dakota law (24-01-12.4) to establish rules for private companies sponsoring highway-related services (like maintenance or signage) within state highway right-of-way areas. It would directly affect private contractors and businesses seeking to fund such services in exchange for naming rights or other agreements. The bill aimed to provide a clear legal framework for these sponsorship agreements but failed to pass in the legislature on January 14, 2025, with only 3 votes in favor out of 93 total. The bill was referred to the Transportation Committee but was ultimately rejected.

Topics ✓ Transportation

passed · North Dakota · House Jan 14, 2025

HB 1046: A BILL for an Act to amend and reenact section 54-66-04.2 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to ethics commission advisory opinions.

The provided context does not include details about the specific changes proposed in HB 1046 or the mechanics of the amendment to section 54-66-04.2 of the North Dakota Century Code. The bill's title and abstract only indicate it relates to ethics commission advisory opinions, but the context lacks concrete policy language or affected parties. Without specifics on what the amendment would alter (e.g., process, eligibility, or scope), a factual summary cannot be generated. The bill failed to pass on January 14, 2025, but this outcome does not describe the bill's content.

died · North Dakota · House Jan 14, 2025

HB 1227: A BILL for an Act to create and enact a new section to chapter 1-08 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the adoption of central standard time; and to repeal section 40-01-20 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to daylight saving time.

Relating to the adoption of central standard time; and to repeal section 40‑01‑20 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to daylight saving time.

died · North Dakota · House Jan 14, 2025

HB 1230: A BILL for an Act to amend and reenact section 36-01-36 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the administration of a federally sponsored animal identification program by the state veterinarian; and to repeal sections 4.1-72-05 and 4.1-72-06 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating the administration of a federally sponsored animal identification program and records relating to the program.

Relating to the administration of a federally sponsored animal identification program by the state veterinarian; and to repeal sections 4.1‑72‑05 and 4.1‑72‑06 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating the administration of a federally sponsored animal identification program and records relating to the program.

died · North Dakota · House Jan 14, 2025

HB 1190: A BILL for an Act to create and enact a new section to chapter 24-01 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the creation of the fallen military service members bridge committee; and to provide a continuing appropriation.

HB 1190 proposed creating a committee to name bridges and overpasses in North Dakota in honor of military service members who died while serving. The committee would review public nominations annually, select up to six locations each October, and coordinate with veterans groups and families for signage and dedication. The bill specified the committee would include the transportation director, adjutant general, and veterans affairs commissioner, with the transportation department providing administrative support. This bill, which was introduced but later withdrawn in January 2025, did not change existing laws but would have established a process for honoring fallen military members through infrastructure naming.

Topics ✓ Veterans

died · North Dakota · Senate Jan 13, 2025

SB 2162: A BILL for an Act to amend and reenact section 4.1-13-15 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the assessment levied by the wheat commission.

SB 2162 would have amended North Dakota law to set a 35-mill assessment (equivalent to $0.035 per bushel) on wheat sold within the state. This fee would apply to wheat grown in North Dakota at sale, wheat delivered into the state at sale, and wheat sold through commercial channels to first purchasers in North Dakota, with the revenue collected by the wheat commission. The bill directly affects wheat producers, sellers, and buyers operating within North Dakota's agricultural market. However, the bill was withdrawn from consideration on January 13, 2025, before advancing further.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

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