Veterans

House Bill 1169 proposes to create a new section within chapter 37-14 of the North Dakota Century Code. This legislation focuses on establishing rules related to compensation for veterans' benefits. The bill also includes a provision for a penalty. However, the provided information does not specify the exact mechanisms for compensation, who is directly affected beyond veterans, or the details of the penalty.

This bill would allow North Dakota disabled veterans with a 50% or higher service-connected disability rating (or surviving spouses receiving VA dependency compensation) to claim a property tax credit equal to their disability percentage, capped at $8,100 of their primary home's taxable value. The credit applies to the homestead property owned and occupied by the veteran or surviving spouse, with specific rules for co-ownership (e.g., prorated for shared property) and requiring VA certification. It would take effect for tax years beginning after December 31, 2024, and does not affect special assessments or existing tax obligations.