Rep. Ben Koppelman

Relating to prohibiting approval voting and ranked‑choice voting in elections; and to amend and reenact subsection 7 of section 11‑09.1‑05 and subsection 9 of section 40‑05.1‑06 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to home rule powers in counties and cities.

Maddy summaryHB 1615 amends a section of the North Dakota Century Code related to gaming site authorizations. The bill modifies the process and requirements for securing approval to establish or operate gaming sites within the state. This directly affects entities seeking such authorizations.

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 2334 amends the North Dakota Century Code by modifying the definition of an "alcoholic beverage establishment." This change specifically applies to how these establishments are defined for the purpose of conducting gaming activities. The bill also mandates a study to be carried out by the legislative management.

Relating to the amount of statutory fees, entries against a driving record, points assigned to driving records, limitations on city fines and penalties, and commitment of a guilty person for nonpayment of fines or costs.

Maddy summaryHCR 3025 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Fargo, North Dakota police and first responders following a July 2023 shooting incident. It specifically commends Officer Jake Wallin (who died in the line of duty), Officers Andrew Dotas and Tyler Hawes, Sergeant Zach Robinson, and civilian Karlee Koswick for their actions during the incident. The resolution expresses gratitude to all first responders and directs copies to be sent to the named individuals, their families, and the Fargo Police Department. As a non-binding resolution, it has no policy effect beyond symbolic recognition.

Maddy summarySB 2273 amends sections 43-26.1-01 (subsection 14) and 43-26.1-11.1 of the North Dakota Century Code to revise rules governing physical therapists' use of diagnostic imaging. The bill directly affects licensed physical therapists in North Dakota by changing the legal authority under which they may perform or order diagnostic imaging services. Specific changes to the law are not detailed in the provided abstract, but the amendment aims to update existing provisions related to this scope of practice.

Maddy summaryHB 1260 requires that 15% of mule deer licenses available for the regular gun season in the previous year must be reserved for nonresident hunters using bows. This law directly affects nonresident hunters seeking to hunt mule deer in North Dakota with bow and arrow equipment. The key provision mandates this specific reservation percentage for mule deer licenses, applying to the licenses made available for the regular gun season. The bill amends North Dakota Century Code section 20.1-03-11 to implement this change, which was signed into law in April 2025.

Relating to septic systems and the environmental quality advisory committee; to amend and reenact sections 23‑35‑02, 23‑35‑08, 23.1‑01‑03, and 23.1‑17‑01 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the powers and duties of the department of environmental quality, boards of health, and public health units; to repeal sections 23‑35‑02.2 and 23‑35‑02.3 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the onsite wastewater recycling technical committee; to provide an appropriation; to provide for a transfer; and to provide an effective date.

Maddy summarySB 2379 amends North Dakota law to require that entities conducting eminent domain proceedings (like government agencies or utilities) obtain either the landowner's written consent or a court order before surveying property. This change directly affects landowners whose property may be subject to eminent domain and the agencies or companies seeking to use it for public projects. The bill mandates that surveys must be conducted in a way that maximizes public benefit while minimizing private harm to landowners. It updates the existing process to clarify consent requirements and clarify that surveying does not create a legal claim for the landowner beyond claims for negligence or misconduct.