Rep. Jorin Johnson

Maddy summaryHB 1255 prohibits state officers from using state or federal funds to support public broadcasting, either directly or indirectly. This bill directly affects state officers and agencies that manage public funds, restricting their ability to allocate money toward public broadcasting services. The key provision creates a new legal restriction in North Dakota law, explicitly banning the use of public funds for this purpose. The bill failed to pass in the legislature, receiving 6 yes votes and 41 no votes during its second reading.

Relating to possession of firearms or dangerous weapons at a publicly owned or operated building; and to amend and reenact section 62.1‑02‑05 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to possession of firearms or dangerous weapons at a public gathering.

Maddy summaryHCR 3020 is a symbolic resolution urging North Dakota to formally acknowledge "the Kingship of Jesus Christ" based on religious references in the bill text. It does not create new laws, policies, or requirements; instead, it requests the state adopt this religious acknowledgment. The resolution would have required the Secretary of State to forward copies to the Governor, President, and congressional delegation. The bill failed to pass the legislature on February 18, 2025, with 31 votes in favor and 59 against.

Relating to the payment of interest on escrow accounts for residential mortgages; to amend and reenact section 47‑10.2‑01 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to definitions for escrow accounts; to provide a penalty; and to provide for application.

Maddy summaryHCR 3004 is a ceremonial concurrent resolution from the North Dakota Legislature congratulating the North Dakota State University (NDSU) football team on winning their 10th national championship since 2011. It formally recognizes the team's victory in the FCS championship game on January 6, 2025, and highlights the program's academic achievements, including student-athletes' high GPAs. As a symbolic gesture, the resolution has no legal effect or policy changes - it merely expresses legislative praise and directs copies to NDSU leadership. This is a procedural resolution, not a substantive bill affecting laws or regulations.

Relating to Sunday closing laws; to amend and reenact section 12.1-30-04 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to Sunday closing laws and retail agreements; and to provide a penalty.

Relating to minors working in hazardous occupations; and to provide for a legislative management study.

Relating to the creation of a dyslexia and literacy task force, reading instruction competency for teacher licensure, and the dyslexia screening and intervention program; to repeal section 15.1‑32‑25 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to mandatory dyslexia screening; to provide for a legislative management report; and to provide an expiration date.

Relating to campaign finance.

Relating to veteran service organization gaming taxes.