Rep. Matt Ruby

Maddy summaryHB 1231 directs the legislature to conduct a study on whether low-risk sex offenders should be permitted to stop registering earlier than required under current law. The study will evaluate public safety impacts and potential benefits for these individuals, including how such a change might affect community safety and offender reintegration. This bill does not change existing registration requirements but mandates a formal review to inform future legislative decisions on the issue.

Maddy summaryHB 1503 amends North Dakota's criminal code to update penalties for drivers who cause injury while operating a vehicle under the influence of alcohol. It specifically revises subsection 2 of section 39-08-01.2 in the North Dakota Century Code, adjusting the legal consequences for this offense. The bill directly affects individuals convicted of DUI-related injury incidents by establishing a new penalty structure under the amended code section. This change modifies the sentencing framework for these specific criminal violations without altering the underlying offense definition.

Relating to requiring the state to observe daylight saving time year round; to repeal section 40‑01‑20 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to daylight saving time; and to provide a contingent effective date.

Maddy summarySB 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.

Maddy summarySB 2254 provides $2 million in one-time funding for fixed-route city transportation systems in North Dakota to support their paratransit services (accessible transit options for people with disabilities or mobility challenges) during the 2025-2027 biennium. This grant program directly benefits cities operating public bus routes that offer complementary paratransit services. The bill also requires the legislature to conduct a study during the 2025-26 interim, examining how transit networks can address population growth, economic development, workforce needs, and healthcare access, with the goal of developing a future funding formula for these systems. The study will inform potential future budget allocations for city transportation services.

Maddy summarySB 2255 amends North Dakota's Century Code to revise the qualifications, term length, and duties of the state health officer. The bill directly affects the state health officer position and the process for appointing and overseeing that role. Key provisions include updating the requirements for who can serve as health officer, the duration of their term, and the specific responsibilities they must perform. This procedural update refines the legal framework governing the position without altering the core public health functions of the role.

Relating to the structure of the state gaming commission and the administration and regulation of games of chance; to provide an appropriation; and to provide for application.

Maddy summarySB 2293 amends specific sections of North Dakota's medical marijuana laws to update container size limits, caregiver regulations, and required documentation. It directly affects medical marijuana patients, registered caregivers, and dispensaries by changing how product quantities are measured and how caregiver relationships are verified. The bill modifies code sections 19-24.1-01 (subsections 7 and 18) and 19-24.1-03 (subdivision c) to adjust container size rules and streamline documentation processes for caregivers. These changes aim to clarify regulatory requirements without altering eligibility or medical use criteria.

Relating to use of local jails or correctional facilities for inmates sentenced to the physical custody of the department of corrections and rehabilitation.

Relating to law enforcement agency and concealed weapon test administrator certifications and firearm proficiency qualification course records; and to amend and reenact subsection 7 of section 62.1‑01‑01 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to standards for qualification in firearms training for retired officers.