AN ACT to create and enact chapter 14-14.2 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the adoption of the Uniform Child Abduction Prevention Act.

SB 2126 adopts the Uniform Child Abduction Prevention Act (UCAPA) into North Dakota law, creating new legal tools for courts to prevent child abduction. It directly affects families involved in custody disputes, courts handling child welfare cases, and child protection agencies by providing standardized procedures. The key provision allows courts to issue orders restricting a parent's ability to travel with a child or requiring surrender of passports if abduction is suspected. This replaces North Dakota's previous, less consistent approach with a uniform national framework designed to protect children. The bill became law on March 18, 2025, after Governor approval.