Sen. Claire Cory

Maddy summaryHB 1368 amends North Dakota Century Code section 28-32-18 to modify the administrative rules committee's authority to void agency rules. The bill directly affects the committee and state agencies that create administrative rules by changing the process for voiding those rules. It specifies new procedures for the committee's power to invalidate rules but does not alter the substantive content of agency regulations. This is a procedural change to administrative rule review processes.

Maddy summaryHB 1345 amends a specific section of North Dakota's vehicle registration law (section 39-04-19) for passenger motor vehicles. The bill changes how passenger vehicle registration is handled under the North Dakota Century Code. It directly affects all owners of passenger vehicles registered in North Dakota. The bill includes an effective date provision but provides no specific details about the nature of the amendment to the registration requirements in the available context.

Maddy summarySB 2254 provides $2 million in one-time funding for fixed-route city transportation systems in North Dakota to support their paratransit services (accessible transit options for people with disabilities or mobility challenges) during the 2025-2027 biennium. This grant program directly benefits cities operating public bus routes that offer complementary paratransit services. The bill also requires the legislature to conduct a study during the 2025-26 interim, examining how transit networks can address population growth, economic development, workforce needs, and healthcare access, with the goal of developing a future funding formula for these systems. The study will inform potential future budget allocations for city transportation services.

Maddy summarySB 2247 amends North Dakota's vehicle title procedures by updating sections 39-05-05 and 39-05-20 of the Century Code. It changes how vehicle owners and dealers apply for new title certificates and remove license plates when selling or disposing of vehicles. The bill directly affects anyone transferring vehicle ownership within North Dakota. Key changes streamline the application process for title certificates and clarify requirements for plate removal during vehicle transactions.

Maddy summaryThe bill (SB 2233) amends North Dakota's Century Code regarding notice requirements for claims filed against the state. It specifically revises Section 32-12.2-04, which governs the process for notifying the state before filing a lawsuit. The bill modifies the specific notice procedures claimants must follow, though the exact nature of the changes isn't detailed in the provided context. This affects individuals or entities seeking to file legal claims against the North Dakota government. The summary is limited by the lack of specific procedural details in the given abstract.

Relating to the use of an engine compression brake device and cities and counties posting a zone prohibiting the use of an engine compression brake device; to amend and reenact section 39‑06.1‑09 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the definition of a moving violation; and to provide a penalty.

Maddy summarySB 2360 directs North Dakota's legislature to conduct a study during the 2025-26 interim on developing geothermal energy within the state. The study must evaluate North Dakota's geology for geothermal potential, support startup companies in the sector, explore using geothermal energy in existing oil and gas wells, and identify other opportunities for geothermal development. It does not create new laws but requires the legislature to report findings and any needed legislation to the next legislative assembly. This study directly affects state lawmakers and future energy policy decisions, focusing on assessing feasibility before potential policy action.

Relating to the structure of the state gaming commission and the administration and regulation of games of chance; to provide an appropriation; and to provide for application.

Relating to a motor vehicle excise tax exemption for abandoned motor vehicles; and to amend and reenact subsection 2 of section 23.1‑15‑07 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to excise tax on a motor vehicle taken into the custody of a commercial towing service.

Maddy summarySB 2165 amends North Dakota laws governing peace officer licensing, directly affecting current and prospective law enforcement officers. The bill expands the Peace Officer Standards and Training Board's authority to require medical or psychological evaluations of officers for public safety, and allows the board to access medical records without standard privacy restrictions. It also clarifies grounds for license denial or suspension, including felony convictions, domestic violence offenses, use of unjustified force, or false statements during licensing. The bill updates fee structures for applications, renewals, and other licensing actions, and specifies that medical information provided to the board is exempt from typical privacy protections. These changes aim to strengthen licensing oversight while streamlining administrative processes.