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failed · North Dakota · Senate Feb 7, 2025

SB 2345: A BILL for an Act to provide for state employee compensation adjustments.

SB 2345 would have provided permanent North Dakota state employees with a 4% pay raise each year during the 2025-27 biennium, effective July 2025 (paid August 2025) and July 2026 (paid August 2026). The bill directly affected all eligible permanent state employees by adjusting their base compensation annually. It required no new funding mechanisms beyond existing appropriations, as the increases were tied to the biennial budget cycle. The bill failed to pass the legislature on February 7, 2025, with 6 votes in favor and 41 against.
Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentProvides annual 4% pay raise for state employees, directly increasing compensation and supporting worker benefits within Labor & Employment framework.90% confidence
Richard Marcellais (D)
failed · North Dakota · House Feb 7, 2025

HB 1501: A BILL for an Act to create and enact a new section to chapter 39-06 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the use of out-of-state operators' licenses and nonoperator identification cards for identification and motor vehicle operation.

HB 1501 would require individuals with out-of-state driver's licenses or nonoperator ID cards from states that don't verify citizenship/residency to provide a second form of ID for both identification and driving in North Dakota. The bill specifies acceptable second forms of ID, including U.S. passports, birth certificates, or permanent resident cards, but excludes licenses compliant with the federal Real ID Act or commercial licenses. This would directly affect non-residents holding out-of-state licenses from states without citizenship/residency requirements, mandating additional verification to use those IDs for driving or official identification purposes.
Keith Kempenich (R) · 5 co-sponsors
failed · North Dakota · House Feb 7, 2025

HB 1272: A BILL for an Act to create and enact a new section to chapter 47-16 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to move-in and post move-out inspections of leased property; and to amend and reenact section 47-16-07.1 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to tenant security deposits.

Relating to move‑in and post move‑out inspections of leased property; and to amend and reenact section 47‑16‑07.1 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to tenant security deposits.
Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingAmends security deposit rules and mandates move-in/out inspections, strengthening tenant protections against unfair deductions.85% confidence
Jared Hendrix (R) · 10 co-sponsors
failed · North Dakota · House Feb 7, 2025

HB 1392: A BILL for an Act to create and enact a new subdivision to subsection 2 of section 39-06.1-06 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the amount of statutory fees; to amend and reenact sections 39-04-08 and 39-04-11 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to number plates; and to provide a penalty.

Relating to the amount of statutory fees; to amend and reenact sections 39‑04‑08 and 39‑04‑11 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to number plates; and to provide a penalty.
Eric Murphy (R) · 4 co-sponsors
failed · North Dakota · Senate Feb 7, 2025

SB 2170: A BILL for an Act to create and enact a new chapter to title 15 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the creation of the army forces reserve component scholarship program.

SB 2170 would create a North Dakota scholarship program for military reserve members attending college. It would cover full tuition at state-funded institutions or the average tuition at private schools for eligible applicants who are active reserve members (army, navy, marine corps, air force, coast guard, or space force), enrolled full-time in degree programs, without a bachelor's degree, and not previously receiving certain other military education benefits. The scholarship would be awarded regardless of financial need, with recipients limited to 48 eligibility units (equivalent to 4 years of full-time study). Applicants would need to apply for federal military education aid first, and the program would allow military call-ups to pause studies without academic penalty.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationCreates scholarship funding for military reservists' college tuition, expanding higher education access for eligible students.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransCreates state-funded scholarship for military reservists' education, directly expanding veterans' benefits through tuition coverage for eligible veterans.95% confidence
Dick Dever (R) · 3 co-sponsors
failed · North Dakota · House Feb 7, 2025

HB 1102: A BILL for an Act to provide an appropriation to the attorney general for bureau of criminal investigation cybercrime resources.

HB 1102 appropriates $775,000 from North Dakota's general fund to the Attorney General's Bureau of Criminal Investigation for cybercrime resources. The funding will hire two full-time cybercrime agents and cover related equipment costs for the 2025-2027 biennium, with $161,000 designated for one-time equipment purchases. This bill directly affects police departments in northeastern North Dakota cities with at least 50,000 residents, requiring the new agents to assist those departments specifically with cybercrime prevention and detection. The measure is purely a funding allocation, not a policy change, focused on staffing and resources for a defined geographic area.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates $775,000 from general fund for cybercrime resources, directly funding public safety infrastructure per bill summary.95% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill appropriates $775,000 to fund cybercrime agents and equipment, directly strengthening law enforcement resources within criminal justice as defined in the topic description.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyFunds cybercrime agents and equipment to enhance cybersecurity efforts, directly supporting digital security infrastructure95% confidence
Eric Murphy (R) · 7 co-sponsors
failed · North Dakota · Senate Feb 6, 2025

SB 2295: A BILL for an Act to create and enact a new section to chapter 15.1-27 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to state education funding for all students in the state; to amend and reenact sections 15.1-27-02 and 57-15-01.1, subsection 1 of section 57-15-14, section 57-15-14.2, and subdivision c of subsection 1 of section 57-20-07.1 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to required reports, school district levy authority, and information displayed on property tax statements; to repeal sections 15.1-27-04.1, 15.1-27-04.2, 15.1-27-04.3, 15.1-27-15.1, 15.1-27-20.2, and 15.1-29-15 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to adjustments to state aid payments and a property tax levy for tuition payments; and to provide an effective date.

Relating to state education funding for all students in the state; to amend and reenact sections 15.1‑27‑02 and 57‑15‑01.1, subsection 1 of section 57‑15‑14, section 57‑15‑14.2, and subdivision c of subsection 1 of section 57‑20‑07.1 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to required reports, school district levy authority, and information displayed on property tax statements; to repeal sections 15.1‑27‑04.1, 15.1‑27‑04.2, 15.1‑27‑04.3, 15.1‑27‑15.1, 15.1‑27‑20.2, and 15.1‑29‑15 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to adjustments to state aid payments and a property tax levy for tuition payments; and to provide an effective date.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates new state education funding structure, directly allocating budget resources for public education per legislative intent.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill creates new state education funding section for all students and amends related funding/reporting provisions, directly advancing school funding which is core to education topic.95% confidence
Chuck Walen (R) · 3 co-sponsors
died · North Dakota · House Feb 6, 2025

HB 1270: A BILL for an Act to create and enact a new chapter to title 43 and a new section to chapter 54-07 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the duties of occupational and professional boards and the receipt by the office of the governor of complaints following licensing decisions of occupational and professional boards; and to provide for a report.

Relating to the duties of occupational and professional boards and the receipt by the office of the governor of complaints following licensing decisions of occupational and professional boards; and to provide for a report.
Cindy Schreiber-Beck (R) · 3 co-sponsors
failed · North Dakota · Senate Feb 6, 2025

SB 2320: A BILL for an Act to amend and reenact section 57-06-17.1 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the carbon dioxide pipeline tax exemption; and to provide an effective date.

SB 2320 would exempt carbon dioxide pipelines (and associated equipment) from property taxes during construction and for the first ten years after operation. It applies to pipelines built after 1996 used for transporting carbon dioxide for geologic storage or oil/gas recovery, but excludes interstate pipelines entering North Dakota. The exemption covers the pipeline itself (not the land) and would take effect for tax years beginning after December 31, 2024. This bill directly affects companies building or operating CO2 pipelines within North Dakota for these specific purposes.
Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesExempts CO2 pipelines from property taxes, reducing state tax revenue and weakening the tax base for budget purposes.92% confidence
Jeff Magrum (R) · 1 co-sponsor
failed · North Dakota · Senate Feb 6, 2025

SB 2316: A BILL for an Act to create and enact a new section to chapter 50-06 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to long-term care services for patients with ventilator or psychiatric needs.

SB 2316 proposed creating four regional service areas in North Dakota to provide long-term care for patients requiring ventilator support or psychiatric services. The bill would have required the state department to contract with providers in each region or pay for out-of-state care if local providers weren't available, while allowing collaboration with neighboring states. Facilities serving these patients could receive additional funding if they documented prior out-of-state care for the same patients. The bill specifically targeted patients with complex medical or psychiatric needs requiring ongoing specialized care. It failed to pass in the North Dakota legislature in February 2025.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill establishes funding for regional long-term care services via state contracts and additional provider funding for ventilator/psychiatric patients, directly advancing healthcare access and funding.95% confidence
Tim Mathern (D) · 4 co-sponsors
failed · North Dakota · House Feb 6, 2025

HB 1608: A BILL for an Act to create and enact a new section to chapter 34-01 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to employee leave for rest and worship; and to provide a penalty.

HB 1608 would require North Dakota employers to grant employees at least 24 consecutive hours of leave for rest or religious observance on Sundays or recognized religious holidays, without restricting the duration. It prohibits employers from denying such leave and mandates that the labor commissioner investigate complaints, impose a $500 fine for violations, and may refer cases to a state attorney. Employers are exempt if leave denial results from an unavoidable emergency. The bill, which failed to pass the legislature in February 2025, is a proposed policy change affecting all North Dakota employees seeking religious leave.
Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentMandates employer-provided religious leave, protecting worker rights and benefits under employment standards with penalties for violations.95% confidence
Matt Heilman (R)
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