Rep. Jason Dockter

Maddy summaryHB 1466 proposes changes to the North Dakota Century Code regarding distilleries. Specifically, it amends the definitions of both domestic and manufacturing distilleries, clarifying their legal classifications. The bill also updates the regulations governing satellite locations associated with these distilleries. This legislation directly affects businesses that produce and sell distilled spirits in the state by modifying the rules for their operations and potential additional retail points.

Relating to a child in need of protection and termination of parental rights; to create a workgroup under the children's cabinet to study out‑of‑home placement or treatment of children with behavioral health issues; to provide for a report; to provide an expiration date; and to declare an emergency.

Relating to dangerous weapons, the possession of a firearm or dangerous weapon at a public gathering, testing for a license to carry a firearm or dangerous weapon concealed, and producing a concealed carry license upon request; and to provide a penalty.

Maddy summaryHB 1419 proposes amendments to various sections of the North Dakota Century Code related to the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) Public Safety Retirement Plan. These changes directly affect public employees who are part of this specific retirement plan. However, the provided information does not detail the specific mechanisms or provisions being altered within the plan.

Maddy summaryHB 1481 creates new sections within North Dakota's insurance code, establishing specific requirements for dental insurers. The bill focuses on regulating how dental insurance rates are determined and mandates new reporting procedures for these companies. These provisions are designed to introduce new oversight for dental insurers operating in the state, directly affecting their operations and potentially their policyholders.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates a new section in the North Dakota Century Code to officially designate and establish North Dakota Constitution Day.

Maddy summaryHB 1468 appropriates $16 million from North Dakota's general fund to the Department of Health and Human Services for grants supporting behavioral health facilities. It requires grantees to increase inpatient behavioral health beds by 30 in the west central region and operate facilities for at least 10 years, with repayment required if they fail to meet this term. Grant funds are disbursed only after infrastructure is complete and staffing plans are approved. The bill directly affects entities building or expanding behavioral health facilities in the specified region.

Maddy summaryHB 1274 proposes amendments to several sections of the North Dakota Century Code. These changes specifically relate to the membership rules for the public safety retirement plan within the state's Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). The bill aims to modify who qualifies for or is included in this retirement plan for public safety employees.

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.