Healthcare

signed · North Dakota · Senate Mar 27, 2025

SB 2140: AN ACT to amend and reenact section 50-06-33 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the dementia care services program.

SB 2140 amends North Dakota's dementia care program to expand support for individuals with dementia or mild cognitive impairment and their caregivers. The bill requires the state department to contract with private providers for a statewide program that identifies regional services, educates medical professionals and the public about dementia symptoms and early detection, assesses needs, and facilitates referrals to care. Key provisions include training for care providers, consultation services for clients and caregivers, and promoting awareness of treatments and research opportunities. This law directly affects dementia patients, their families, and regional human service centers across North Dakota.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareExpands dementia care services, mandates education for medical professionals, and improves access to support for patients and caregivers through statewide program requirements.95% confidence

signed · North Dakota · Senate Apr 4, 2025

SB 2171: AN ACT to amend and reenact section 25-03.1-26 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to an emergency mental health petition; and to declare an emergency.

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.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareClarifies mental health evaluation timelines and court hearing requirements, ensuring timely care and legal protections for crisis patients, strengthening emergency mental health services.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health

signed · North Dakota · Senate Apr 1, 2025

SB 2196: AN ACT to amend and reenact subsection 3 of section 15.1-19-16 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to student self-administration of asthma or anaphylaxis medication.

SB 2196 amends North Dakota law to allow students with asthma or anaphylaxis to self-administer their prescribed medication (like inhalers or epinephrine auto-injectors) at school without requiring a nurse or staff member to be present. This directly affects students diagnosed with these conditions and their school staff, who must follow updated protocols. The key provision clarifies that schools must permit students to carry and use their own medication during school hours and school activities, provided it is prescribed and stored properly. The change updates existing school health policies to align with current medical guidelines for student safety.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill enables students with asthma/anaphylaxis to self-administer medication at school, removing a barrier to educational access and participation for affected students.80% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareAllows students to self-administer prescribed asthma/anaphylaxis meds without staff oversight, improving immediate access to essential healthcare during school hours.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Healthcare Workforce

signed · North Dakota · Senate May 2, 2025

SB 2070: AN ACT to amend and reenact sections 50-10.2-01, 50-10.2-02, and 50-10.2-02.1 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the rights of health care facility residents.

SB 2070 is a legislative bill that updates existing laws concerning the rights of individuals residing in health care facilities in North Dakota. Specifically, it amends and reenacts sections 50-10.2-01, 50-10.2-02, and 50-10.2-02.1 of the North Dakota Century Code. This bill directly affects health care facility residents by modifying the legal framework that defines their rights.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareAmends laws to strengthen rights of healthcare facility residents, directly protecting patient rights as per indicators.90% confidence

signed · North Dakota · House Apr 14, 2025

HB 1364: AN ACT to amend and reenact subsection 3 of section 39-08-01.5 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the partial suspension of sentence for drug court program, mental health court program, or veterans treatment docket completion.

HB 1364 amends North Dakota's legal code to adjust how courts handle partial sentence suspension for individuals who successfully complete specialized court programs. The bill modifies a specific section of the Century Code to allow courts to partially suspend a defendant's sentence upon completion of drug court, mental health court, or veterans treatment dockets. This means participants in these programs may avoid serving the full sentence, potentially reducing prison time or enabling community-based alternatives. The change directly affects defendants in these programs who meet completion requirements, without altering program eligibility or structure.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeAllows partial sentence suspension upon completion of drug/mental health/veterans treatment programs, promoting rehabilitation over incarceration per bill's intent.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill enables sentence suspension upon completing mental health court, supporting access to mental health treatment programs through judicial system integration.85% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill explicitly includes veterans treatment dockets in sentence suspension provisions, creating specialized pathways for veterans to avoid full incarceration through treatment programs.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Courts

signed · North Dakota · Senate Apr 4, 2025

SB 2146: AN ACT to create and enact chapter 43-40.1 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the occupational therapy licensure compact.

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.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareCreates interstate licensure compact improving access to occupational therapy services across state lines, advancing patient access to healthcare services.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Medical Licensing

failed · North Dakota · House Feb 20, 2025

HB 1339: A BILL for an Act to amend and reenact subsection 2 of section 23-27-07 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to licensed ambulance services exempt from formation of rural ambulance service district requirements.

HB 1339 amends North Dakota law to clarify which licensed ambulance services are exempt from forming rural ambulance service districts. It specifically exempts county-owned, city-owned, jointly operated (with cities/counties), tribal/federal government-owned, hospital-owned, and existing rural ambulance service districts from these requirements. The bill directly affects local ambulance providers by removing a regulatory burden for these specific service types. This is a procedural change to existing code, not a new policy requiring public funding or service expansion.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill removes regulatory burden for ambulance services, facilitating healthcare delivery infrastructure without restricting access or funding.80% confidence

Sub-Topics Hospitals

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failed · North Dakota · House Feb 19, 2025

HB 1595: A BILL for an Act to create and enact a new section to chapter 23-12 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to pregnancy resource centers that receive state funding.

HB 1595 requires North Dakota pregnancy resource centers receiving state funding to meet specific health care and transparency standards. The bill mandates that funded centers must employ at least one licensed health care provider (like a nurse or physician), provide medically accurate and comprehensive pregnancy counseling, maintain HIPAA-compliant client records, and publish detailed organizational policies. Centers must also submit annual reports to the state including financial data, staff details, client service statistics (like pregnancy tests or ultrasounds provided), and material support given (e.g., diapers, baby supplies). These requirements apply directly to centers receiving state grants for pregnancy-related services. The bill was introduced in 2025 but failed to pass in committee.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates licensed providers, medically accurate counseling, and HIPAA compliance for state-funded pregnancy centers, enhancing healthcare quality and patient protection.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Healthcare Workforce

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passed · North Dakota · House Feb 24, 2025

HB 1467: A BILL for an Act to amend and reenact section 23-12-22 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the publication of vaccine adverse event data and information; and to provide for a legislative management report.

HB 1467 requires North Dakota's Department of Health to create a website linking to the federal vaccine adverse event reporting system (VAERS) and compile state-specific data on vaccine side effects and administration errors. Healthcare providers must report adverse events and errors (like wrong dosage or expired vaccines) using department-prescribed forms, while the public can also submit reports. The bill establishes a $100,000 fund to support this system and mandates annual legislative reports on its effectiveness. It directly affects healthcare facilities, providers, and the public by creating a standardized process for tracking and reporting vaccine-related incidents.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRequires vaccine adverse event tracking, funds public health data system, and mandates provider reporting to strengthen vaccine safety oversight under public health programs.90% confidence

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signed · North Dakota · Senate Apr 4, 2025

SB 2292: AN ACT to amend and reenact subsection 3 of section 12.1-34-07 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the reimbursement of medical screening and examination for sexual assault victims.

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.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareAmends reimbursement for sexual assault medical screenings, ensuring victims access to healthcare services without financial barriers.90% confidence