Rep. Nels Christianson

Maddy summaryHCR 3038 is a formal legislative resolution congratulating the YMCA on its 175th anniversary in the United States. It acknowledges the YMCA’s historical contributions, including founding programs like basketball, youth engagement initiatives, and pandemic-era support services. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send copies to all North Dakota YMCA locations (Bismarck, Fargo, Grand Forks, and Minot) but contains no new policies, funding, or binding obligations. This is a symbolic gesture with no concrete policy impact.

Maddy summaryHB 1566 directs the legislative management to conduct a study regarding kratom. This study will investigate the potential uses of kratom and explore how it could be regulated within the state. The bill aims to gather information to inform future legislative decisions concerning kratom.

Maddy summaryHB 1193 appropriates $8.45 million from North Dakota's general fund for a one-time grant program to provide appreciation bonuses to eligible peace and correctional officers. State agencies and local governments (political subdivisions) qualify for reimbursement based on the number of peace officers employed in law enforcement for at least four consecutive years. The Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation receives direct funding based on its correctional officers' tenure. Funds must be used exclusively to award each eligible officer a salary bonus of up to $6,000 annually, with the Attorney General administering the program in consultation with relevant boards. The program covers the 2025-2027 biennium.

Maddy summaryHB 1580 directs a legislative management study to be conducted. This study will focus on evaluating the current compensation levels for state employees. The bill's purpose is to gather information and analysis regarding how state employees are paid.

Maddy summaryHB 1582 directs legislative management to conduct a study. This study will review state laws related to false accusations or false reports of a crime. The bill aims to examine the existing legal framework governing such offenses.

Maddy summaryThis bill, HB 1613, addresses the use of robots by law enforcement agencies in North Dakota. It proposes to amend existing sections of the North Dakota Century Code that govern this topic. However, the provided information does not detail the specific changes or new provisions regarding how law enforcement may utilize robots.

Maddy summaryHouse Bill 1181 proposes to amend section 1-01-34 of the North Dakota Century Code. This section specifically addresses how gendered language is used and interpreted throughout the state's official legal texts. The bill aims to modify these rules for gender usage within the North Dakota Century Code, thereby affecting how laws are written and understood across the state.

Relating to regulating edible medical marijuana products; and to amend and reenact section 19‑24.1‑01 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to definitions of medical marijuana products.

Maddy summaryHB 1263 proposes an amendment to section 12-60.1-04 of the North Dakota Century Code. This bill specifically addresses the process for hearings on petitions to seal a criminal record. It directly affects individuals who are seeking to have their past criminal records sealed by modifying the procedures related to these hearings.

Maddy summaryHB 1194 amends section 12.1-11-03 of the North Dakota Century Code, which pertains to providing false information or making false reports to law enforcement officials. The bill modifies the existing law regarding these actions and establishes or revises the penalties for individuals found guilty of such offenses. This directly affects individuals who interact with law enforcement by providing information, as well as the legal framework governing these interactions.