Rep. Austen Schauer

Maddy summaryHB 1274 proposes amendments to several sections of the North Dakota Century Code. These changes specifically relate to the membership rules for the public safety retirement plan within the state's Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). The bill aims to modify who qualifies for or is included in this retirement plan for public safety employees.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends North Dakota law concerning the required abbreviated notice for administrative rulemaking. It modifies the specific provisions that govern how administrative agencies provide shorter announcements when proposing or changing administrative rules.

Maddy summaryHB 1162 proposes to amend a specific section of the North Dakota Century Code (61-39-03, subsection 1). This amendment directly relates to the board of directors of the Lake Agassiz water authority. While the bill concerns the composition or operations of this board, the provided information does not detail the specific changes being enacted.

Maddy summarySB 2204 creates a new section within North Dakota's property code. This bill mandates that sellers of real estate must disclose any known radon hazards to potential buyers. The purpose is to ensure that individuals purchasing property are informed about these specific environmental risks before completing a transaction.

Maddy summaryHCR 3028 is a resolution directing North Dakota's Legislative Management to study human trafficking victim services and re-entry programs. It requires an assessment of current services, protections for victims from dangerous individuals, policies, data, and resource allocation to identify ways to help victims rebuild their lives. The study must include input from law enforcement, the Attorney General's office, nonprofits, and other stakeholders. Legislative Management will report findings and recommendations - including any needed legislation - to the next state legislature. This resolution does not change laws but directs a formal review of existing support systems.

Relating to employer eligibility to participate in the public employees retirement system defined contribution retirement plan, employer contribution requirements for the defined benefit and defined contribution retirement plans, and employee eligibility to elect to transfer to the defined contribution retirement plan; to provide for retroactive application; and to declare an emergency.

Maddy summaryHB 1106 allocates $2 million from North Dakota's general fund to the Department of Transportation for grants supporting nonfixed route public transit services. These grants directly assist public transportation providers (such as rural or on-demand transit systems) during the 2025-2027 biennium. The bill creates a dedicated funding stream for nonfixed route transit programs without altering existing service requirements or eligibility rules.

Relating to virtual-currency kiosks; and to amend and reenact section 13‑09.1‑44 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to virtual-currency kiosks.

Maddy summaryHB 1408 amends North Dakota's law governing when the legislature reconvenes after its regular session ends. The bill changes the schedule for annual legislative reconvening, sets an effective date for the change, and includes an expiration date after which the old rules would resume. This procedural bill affects how the North Dakota Legislature organizes its meeting schedule, specifically altering the timing for mandatory annual reconvened sessions. It does not change substantive laws or policies.

Maddy summaryHB 1205 allows parents or their agents to anonymously leave infants under 60 days old in secure, 24/7 monitored safety devices at designated hospitals or leave them with on-duty staff at approved locations without facing prosecution under certain criminal codes. The bill defines "newborn safety devices" as temperature-controlled, alarm-equipped units visible to staff, and requires hospitals to accept infants without asking for parent information or medical history. It also creates a numbered identification bracelet system to link parents to infants for potential reunification, while guaranteeing confidentiality of parent identities unless the infant was harmed. The law provides immunity to hospitals and staff for accepting infants under these provisions and mandates a public awareness campaign about the program.