Rep. Mike Motschenbacher

Maddy summaryHB 1307 amends North Dakota's election laws, primarily affecting home rule counties and cities, as well as park districts. It modifies the election procedures and regulations that apply to local governments operating under home rule charters. Additionally, the bill revises the number of signatures required on nominating petitions for individuals seeking election to park district boards.

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 1209 requires the Department of Emergency Services to conduct a threat assessment specifically focused on foreign adversaries. Following this assessment, the bill mandates that the department provide a report detailing its findings to legislative management. This process aims to inform state leaders about potential risks and vulnerabilities posed by foreign adversaries, contributing to state security planning.

Maddy summaryHB 1226 aims to amend and reenact section 12.1-31-15 of the North Dakota Century Code. This bill specifically relates to the regulations or provisions concerning wearing a mask in a public place within the state. The provided context does not detail the specific changes or mechanisms the bill proposes for mask-wearing.

Maddy summaryBased on the provided title and abstract, HB 1305 amends existing sections of the North Dakota Century Code related to criminal trespass. The bill updates the laws concerning who can be charged with criminal trespass and outlines the penalties for such offenses. Without the full text of the bill, specific changes to the definition of trespass or the exact penalties cannot be detailed.

Maddy summaryHB 1437 proposes to create a new section within the North Dakota Century Code, specifically chapter 15-10. This new section would establish policy related to academic tenure at institutions of higher education across North Dakota. While the bill aims to create new regulations or guidelines concerning tenure, the provided information does not detail the specific changes or mechanisms it would implement.

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.

Relating to the prohibition of sanctuary city policies and to create the sanctuary compliance fund; to provide a penalty; and to provide a continuing appropriation.

Maddy summaryHB 1170 amends North Dakota's Century Code section 54-06-14, which governs state employee annual leave. The bill modifies the rules for how state employees accrue or use annual leave, though the specific changes (e.g., accrual rates, eligibility) are not detailed in the provided abstract. It applies directly to all state employees covered under this code section. The bill includes an effective date provision but does not specify the exact policy modifications.