Sen. Janne Myrdal

Maddy summarySB 2330 requires public and tribal schools in North Dakota to implement human trafficking prevention and awareness education for students. The bill creates a new legal section in the state code mandating this education as part of school curriculum. It directly affects all students attending public schools and tribal schools across the state. The law focuses on providing age-appropriate education to help students recognize and avoid trafficking situations.

Relating to a rural catalyst committee, grant program, and fund; to amend and reenact section 54‑40.1‑02 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to definitions for regional planning councils; to provide an appropriation; and to provide for a transfer.

Maddy summaryBased on the provided information, SB 2387 is an act that creates a new section within chapter 12.1-34 of the North Dakota Century Code. It relates specifically to the rights of sexual violence survivors. However, the provided context does not detail the specific rights or mechanisms the bill establishes for these survivors.

Maddy summaryHB 1524 creates a formal grant program allowing North Dakota's Department of Commerce to fund regional planning councils. The bill directs the department to award grants supporting local implementation of state programs like housing, workforce development, rural economic initiatives, and local food systems, subject to annual legislative funding. These grants can cover program execution, resource development, and efforts to attract public or private investment in communities. The law, signed by the governor in May 2025, directly affects regional planning councils and the local communities they serve.

Relating to campaign disclosure statements; to amend and reenact sections 15.1‑09‑08, 15.1‑09‑19, and 16.1‑01‑12, subdivision b of subsection 2 of section 16.1‑10‑02, section 16.1‑10‑04.1, subdivision f of subsection 8 of section 51‑28‑01, subsection 11 of section 54‑66‑01, and section 54‑66‑02 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to campaign disclosure statements, authorized use of state property for political purposes, and inflationary adjustments for campaign finance reporting thresholds; to repeal chapter 16.1‑08.1 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to campaign disclosure statements; to provide a penalty; to provide for application; and to provide an effective date.

Maddy summaryThis bill, HB 1225, proposes changes to North Dakota law concerning reckless endangerment and habitual offenders. It aims to amend specific sections of the North Dakota Century Code related to these criminal classifications and also includes provisions for penalties. However, the provided information does not detail the specific changes or mechanisms the bill introduces regarding these offenses.

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.

Relating to a value-added agriculture facility incentive program; to provide for a transfer; to provide an expiration date; and to declare an emergency.

Maddy summaryHouse Bill 1300 proposes to establish term limits for members of the North Dakota Legislature. It aims to create a new section within chapter 54-03 of the North Dakota Century Code, which governs legislative procedures. This change would directly affect individuals serving in or seeking to serve in the state legislature by limiting their potential tenure. The provided information does not specify the exact number of terms or years for these proposed limits.

Maddy summaryHB 1247 proposes to create a new section within the North Dakota Century Code's chapter on school districts. This bill aims to establish specific protections for students who are victims of a sexual offense. It directly affects student victims and requires school districts to implement the new provisions designed to safeguard these students.