Sen. David Hogue

Maddy summaryHB 1515 requires motor vehicle manufacturers and distributors in North Dakota to compensate dealers fairly for warranty work, including diagnostic services, repairs, parts, and labor. It mandates that compensation rates for labor and parts must not be less than the dealer's standard retail rates for similar non-warranty services to customers. Dealers must submit reimbursement claims within 180 days of service completion, and manufacturers must process claims within 30 days of approval, with clear written reasons for denials. This law directly affects dealers performing warranty repairs and manufacturers responsible for paying them, ensuring transparent and timely compensation under defined rate calculations.

Relating to designating the bridge on state highway 22 in Dickinson as the Specialist Jon P. Fettig Iraq bridge; to provide a continuing appropriation; and to declare an emergency.

Maddy summaryHB 1278 creates two new sections in North Dakota's state code to establish rules for managing state treasury funds and governing the cash management board. The bill requires the cash management board to submit a report to the legislature and includes an expiration date for these new provisions. This legislation directly affects state treasury operations and the cash management board by defining their fund management procedures and reporting obligations. The law is designed as a temporary measure, ending after a specified period.

Maddy summaryHCR 3010 is a procedural resolution directing North Dakota's Legislative Management to study whether lawmakers should routinely review existing state and federal laws before drafting new legislation. It specifically aims to prevent duplication of current laws and assess how new proposals might interact with existing regulations. The resolution requires Legislative Management to report findings and any necessary legislation to the next legislative session. This bill does not create new law but directs an internal review process for future lawmaking. The resolution failed to pass during its second reading on April 9, 2025.

Maddy summaryHB 1602 changes North Dakota's public employee retirement system by closing the traditional defined benefit plan to new hires starting January 1, 2025. Instead, new permanent employees (excluding those in specific exception roles like teachers, law enforcement, or university staff) must join a defined contribution retirement plan. Existing members who joined before 2025 remain in the defined benefit plan, and political subdivisions (like cities or counties) may choose whether to participate in the new defined contribution plan. The bill clarifies that local governments are not required to offer either retirement plan, and no fees apply if they withdraw from the defined contribution system.

Maddy summarySB 2395 creates a new chapter in North Dakota law to streamline licensing for professionals moving from other states. It requires boards to issue licenses to out-of-state licensees who meet specific criteria (like recent active practice, no recent disciplinary actions, and passing background checks) within seven business days for routine applications. The law also mandates electronic application systems, annual reviews of interstate licensing compacts, and virtual options for continuing education. This directly affects licensed professionals (like healthcare workers or tradespeople) seeking to practice in North Dakota without full re-licensure.

Maddy summaryHB 1149 amends specific sections of North Dakota's unclaimed property law to adopt the Revised Uniform Unclaimed Property Act. It directly affects financial institutions, businesses, and individuals with unclaimed assets like forgotten bank accounts or uncashed checks. The bill updates procedures for reporting, holding, and returning unclaimed property to rightful owners, while declaring an emergency to expedite implementation. (Note: The provided context does not specify exact changes to the code sections or additional provisions beyond adopting the revised act.)

Maddy summarySCR 4002 is a North Dakota legislative resolution urging Congress to create a law allowing landowners to end permanent easements held by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) on their property. It specifically targets landowners with FWS easements covering over one million acres of agricultural land in North Dakota, where the resolution states federal regulations restrict activities like farming and ranching. The key mechanism proposed would let landowners terminate these easements by paying the FWS the easement's value as of the date it was established. This resolution seeks to address concerns that perpetual FWS easements infringe on private property rights under North Dakota law.

Maddy summarySB 2382 creates new rules in North Dakota law to address vexatious litigation, which occurs when someone repeatedly files lawsuits without legal basis to harass others or delay court proceedings. It defines a "vexatious litigant" as a person who has filed multiple unmeritorious cases or engaged in abusive tactics within seven years, and allows courts to issue a "prefiling order" requiring such individuals to get court permission before filing new cases or documents. This order may block filings without permission, require payment of costs for frivolous filings, or mandate security deposits. The law aims to reduce court burden by preventing repeated abuse of the system, with affected individuals having 14 days to respond to the order and limited appeal rights. The bill was signed into law by the governor on March 28, 2025.

Maddy summaryHCR 3030 is a symbolic resolution passed by North Dakota's legislature to strengthen its longstanding sister-state relationship with Taiwan, which began in 1986. It formally recognizes North Dakota's trade ties, academic exchanges, and shared values with Taiwan, while advocating for Taiwan's meaningful participation in international organizations like the WHO, UN climate talks, and the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework. The resolution does not create new laws or policy changes but expresses legislative support for Taiwan's international engagement and encourages U.S. efforts like the U.S.-Taiwan tax agreement. It directs the Secretary of State to share copies with U.S. officials, Taiwan's representative office, and international bodies. This is a procedural statement, not a binding policy action.