Sen. Mike Wobbema

Maddy summarySB 2282 creates a new income tax credit for qualified employers in North Dakota. This credit is designed for businesses that contribute to their employees' child care expenses. The bill amends existing sections of the North Dakota Century Code to establish this new tax incentive.

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 summaryHB 1440 sets requirements for businesses to operate as cigar lounges in North Dakota. To qualify, a business must generate at least 15% of its annual gross income from cigar sales, have a humidor, be fully enclosed with solid walls/windows/ceiling/door, and install a ventilation system that prevents smoke from spreading to nonsmoking areas. Businesses must apply for a tax commissioner certificate by reporting compliance with these conditions and submit annual reports verifying the 15% cigar sales threshold to maintain the certificate. This bill directly affects businesses seeking to operate as cigar lounges by establishing specific operational, financial, and ventilation standards.

Relating to an education savings account program for students who are not enrolled in public school or a homeschool program; to provide an appropriation; and to provide an effective date.

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.

Maddy summaryHB 1542 designates student applications for admission to institutions of higher education as exempt records. This means that personal information submitted by students as part of their application process will not be subject to public disclosure laws. The bill aims to protect the privacy of applicants to North Dakota colleges and universities. It also includes an emergency declaration, indicating an immediate need for the change.

Relating to prohibiting approval voting and ranked‑choice voting in elections; and to amend and reenact subsection 7 of section 11‑09.1‑05 and subsection 9 of section 40‑05.1‑06 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to home rule powers in counties and cities.

Maddy summaryThis bill would allow North Dakota disabled veterans with a 50% or higher service-connected disability rating (or surviving spouses receiving VA dependency compensation) to claim a property tax credit equal to their disability percentage, capped at $8,100 of their primary home's taxable value. The credit applies to the homestead property owned and occupied by the veteran or surviving spouse, with specific rules for co-ownership (e.g., prorated for shared property) and requiring VA certification. It would take effect for tax years beginning after December 31, 2024, and does not affect special assessments or existing tax obligations.

Maddy summarySB 2379 amends North Dakota law to require that entities conducting eminent domain proceedings (like government agencies or utilities) obtain either the landowner's written consent or a court order before surveying property. This change directly affects landowners whose property may be subject to eminent domain and the agencies or companies seeking to use it for public projects. The bill mandates that surveys must be conducted in a way that maximizes public benefit while minimizing private harm to landowners. It updates the existing process to clarify consent requirements and clarify that surveying does not create a legal claim for the landowner beyond claims for negligence or misconduct.