Sen. Dick Dever

Maddy summarySB 2255 amends North Dakota's Century Code to revise the qualifications, term length, and duties of the state health officer. The bill directly affects the state health officer position and the process for appointing and overseeing that role. Key provisions include updating the requirements for who can serve as health officer, the duration of their term, and the specific responsibilities they must perform. This procedural update refines the legal framework governing the position without altering the core public health functions of the role.

Maddy summarySB 2352 creates a new legal provision in North Dakota law authorizing children of incarcerated individuals to reside at the Heart River Correctional Center. This bill directly affects inmates' children and the correctional center by establishing a formal process for their residence there. The key mechanism is the addition of a specific subsection to the North Dakota Century Code (section 54-23.3-04) that authorizes this arrangement. The bill does not change existing policies but provides statutory authorization for an existing practice.

Maddy summarySB 2134 amends the composition of North Dakota's teachers' retirement board as specified in the Century Code. The bill modifies the structure of the board that manages the teachers' retirement fund, though the exact changes (such as member count or appointment rules) are not detailed in the provided context. This bill directly affects the governance of the retirement fund, which serves public school teachers in North Dakota. Without additional specifics on the amendments, the precise mechanisms or affected parties cannot be fully described. For complete details, review the full bill text or official legislative documents.

Maddy summarySB 2191 authorizes a legislative study to examine health care services provided in local correctional facilities. The bill itself does not change existing policies or directly affect any individuals; it only creates a process for lawmakers to review current healthcare practices in jails. The study would assess how health care is delivered, potentially identifying gaps or inefficiencies. This is a procedural measure to gather information, not a policy change, and no specific mechanisms or outcomes are defined in the bill.

Maddy summarySCR 4027 proposes a constitutional amendment to North Dakota's Constitution, specifically amending Section 25 of Article XI. It would prohibit using proceeds from charitable gaming (like raffles or lotteries run by nonprofits) or state lotteries to fund political campaigns, candidates, ballot measures, or political organizations. This directly affects nonprofit groups - such as charities, veterans' organizations, schools, and religious groups - that currently operate games of chance to raise funds for public-spirited causes. The amendment requires voter approval in the 2026 general election to take effect.

Maddy summaryHB 1543 authorizes a legislative study to examine federal prescription drug pricing mechanisms, specifically the maximum fair price set by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services under the Inflation Reduction Act. The study will analyze how federal drug pricing negotiations overlap with drugs covered by North Dakota's public employees retirement system to assess potential cost savings for the state and consumers. It requires input from the public employees retirement system, insurance commissioner, state pharmacy board, and other stakeholders. The legislative management must report findings and any recommended legislation to the next state legislative assembly.

Maddy summarySB 2140 amends North Dakota's dementia care program to expand support for individuals with dementia or mild cognitive impairment and their caregivers. The bill requires the state department to contract with private providers for a statewide program that identifies regional services, educates medical professionals and the public about dementia symptoms and early detection, assesses needs, and facilitates referrals to care. Key provisions include training for care providers, consultation services for clients and caregivers, and promoting awareness of treatments and research opportunities. This law directly affects dementia patients, their families, and regional human service centers across North Dakota.

Maddy summaryThis bill exempts infrastructure fees collected by North Dakota cities and counties from local tax spending limits. It ensures fees for projects like roads, sewers, or utilities won't count toward the maximum taxes a city or county can levy under state law. The law applies to fees defined in specific sections of the North Dakota Century Code (including sections 11-11-55.1 and 40-22-01.3). This change directly affects how local governments fund infrastructure projects without triggering budget restrictions.

Maddy summarySB 2288 allows North Dakota veterans organizations to use up to 20% of their quarterly net profits from approved charitable gaming events (like raffles or bingo) to cover costs for food, beverages (including alcohol), and operating their club. It specifically permits one club per organization and applies only to expenses directly tied to that club's operations. The bill changes existing law to clarify how veterans groups can fund their social facilities using revenue from their charitable activities. This policy directly affects licensed veterans organizations in North Dakota that host charitable gaming events.

Maddy summarySB 2205 creates a dedicated "charitable gaming operating fund" in North Dakota's state treasury to manage all taxes, fines, and penalties collected from charitable gaming activities (like bingo or raffles run by nonprofits). The bill requires quarterly allocations: $75,000 to the gambling disorder prevention and treatment fund, and 5% of total funds to cities and counties based on taxes collected from local games (with a minimum $200 threshold for payments). It also mandates that any excess funds remaining after covering administrative costs be transferred to the state's general fund every odd-numbered year. This bill directly affects how charitable gaming revenue is distributed to state programs and local governments.