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failed · North Dakota · Senate Jan 29, 2025

SCR 4003: A concurrent resolution to rescind all extant applications by the North Dakota Legislative Assembly to call a convention to propose amendments to the United States Constitution under Article V of the United States Constitution.

North Dakota's SCR 4003 is a resolution to rescind all previous state applications requesting Congress to call an Article V constitutional convention for proposing amendments to the U.S. Constitution. It directly affects North Dakota's legislative record by formally withdrawing its past requests to Congress on this matter. The bill urges other states with similar applications to also rescind their requests, citing concerns about potential broad constitutional changes and preference for the existing amendment process.

died · North Dakota · Senate Jan 28, 2025

SB 2344: A BILL for an Act to amend and reenact section 39-04-10.10 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to veterans' number plates.

This bill would have allowed veterans eligible for interment in North Dakota's veterans' cemetery to obtain special license plates. It required a $15 initial fee (with $5 allocated to cemetery maintenance) and a $10 annual surcharge, except for Purple Heart recipients who paid nothing. Funds collected would have been split between the veterans' cemetery maintenance fund and a trust fund, with interest from the trust fund supporting cemetery operations. The bill was introduced in January 2025 but withdrawn before passage.

Topics ✓ Veterans

failed · North Dakota · House Jan 28, 2025

HB 1407: A BILL for an Act to amend and reenact subsection 2 of section 39-12-05 and subsection 2 of section 39-12-05.3 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to weight limitations for vehicles on the interstate system and weight limitations for vehicles on highways other than the interstate system.

Relating to weight limitations for vehicles on the interstate system and weight limitations for vehicles on highways other than the interstate system.

failed · North Dakota · House Jan 28, 2025

HB 1050: A BILL for an Act to amend and reenact section 24-02-45 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to cooperative agreements between the director and law enforcement agencies regarding license plate readers.

HB 1050 would amend North Dakota's existing law (section 24-02-45) to establish a new framework for cooperative agreements between the state driver's license director and local law enforcement agencies regarding the use of license plate readers. The bill specifically creates standardized procedures for how law enforcement can share data collected by these automated license plate recognition systems. It directly affects the state DMV director and all law enforcement agencies that use license plate reader technology, requiring formal agreements to govern data sharing practices. The changes focus on structuring these partnerships rather than altering the technology's use or scope.

failed · North Dakota · House Jan 28, 2025

HB 1240: A BILL for an Act to create and enact a new section to chapter 26.1-40 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to auto glass insurance coverage.

HB 1240 would require auto insurance companies in North Dakota to offer policies with separate coverage for repairing or replacing damaged auto glass, distinct from standard comprehensive or collision coverage. This directly affects insurance providers writing auto policies and drivers who purchase comprehensive or collision insurance. The key provision mandates that any such glass coverage must include its own separate deductible, not shared with other policy deductibles. The bill aimed to make glass repairs more affordable by preventing drivers from having to meet the full deductible for other car damage when only the glass is broken.

died · North Dakota · House Jan 27, 2025

HB 1506: A BILL for an Act to amend and reenact subsection 15 of section 57-40.3-04 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to a motor vehicle excise tax exemption for enrolled tribal members; and to provide an effective date.

HB 1506 would have exempted enrolled members of federally recognized North Dakota tribes from the state's motor vehicle excise tax when purchasing a vehicle within the state, but only if their primary residence is on a reservation or in an Indian service area. The bill specifically required that the vehicle be acquired within North Dakota and that the tribal member reside on tribal land to qualify for the exemption. It was scheduled to take effect for tax events after June 30, 2025. The bill was introduced in January 2025 but was withdrawn from consideration on January 27, 2025, and is not currently law.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

failed · North Dakota · Senate Jan 27, 2025

SB 2148: A BILL for an Act to amend and reenact subsection 2 of section 4.1-75-06 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to reimbursement of costs associated with possession of an estray.

SB 2148 amends North Dakota law to change how reimbursement costs for abandoned livestock (called "estray") are handled. It requires that any reimbursement paid to owners for caring for estray livestock must first be deducted from the sale proceeds of the animal. Any remaining funds after this reimbursement must then be sent to the North Dakota Stockmen's Association Fund, managed by the state treasurer. The bill directly affects livestock owners and the Stockmen's Association, altering the financial flow from estray sales.

failed · North Dakota · House Jan 27, 2025

HB 1312: A BILL for an Act to amend and reenact sections 15.1-09-02, 15.1-09-08, 15.1-09-17 and 15.1-09-22, subsection 1 of section 15.1-09-30, sections 16.1-04-01, 16.1-07-04, and 16.1-07-05, subsection 1 of section 16.1-07-08, and sections 16.1-07-09, 16.1-13-05, 16.1-15-29, 40-21-02, 40-49-05, 40-49-07, and 40-49-08 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to school board and park district member elections; and to repeal sections 15.1-09-09, 15.1-09-10, 15.1-09-11, 15.1-09-12, 15.1-09-13, 15.1-09-14, 15.1-09-15, 15.1-09-16, 15.1-09-18, 15.1-09-19, 15.1-09-20, 15.1-09-21, 15.1-09-22, and 15.1-09-24 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to election procedures in school district elections.

Relating to school board and park district member elections; and to repeal sections 15.1‑09‑09, 15.1‑09‑10, 15.1‑09‑11, 15.1‑09‑12, 15.1‑09‑13, 15.1‑09‑14, 15.1‑09‑15, 15.1‑09‑16, 15.1‑09‑18, 15.1‑09‑19, 15.1‑09‑20, 15.1‑09‑21, 15.1‑09‑22, and 15.1‑09‑24 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to election procedures in school district elections.

failed · North Dakota · Senate Jan 27, 2025

SB 2197: A BILL for an Act to amend and reenact section 20.1-01-34 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to deer hunting with a crossbow.

SB 2197 would have allowed crossbow use during deer hunting seasons under specific license conditions in North Dakota. It would permit hunters with a deer gun license to use crossbows during deer gun season, and hunters over 75 with a deer bow license to use crossbows during deer bow season. The bill aimed to expand hunting options by aligning crossbow use with existing license types. The bill failed to pass in the legislature on January 27, 2025, with 15 votes in favor and 32 against.

failed · North Dakota · Senate Jan 27, 2025

SB 2168: A BILL for an Act to amend and reenact section 20.1-01-21 of the North Dakota Century Code; relating to hunting near buildings, occupied structures, or storage structures.

SB 2168 amends North Dakota law to clarify that hunting within 402 meters (440 yards) of any occupied building, occupied structure, or storage structure without the property owner's consent is unlawful. The bill directly affects hunters who may operate near residential or commercial properties, requiring them to obtain permission before hunting in this buffer zone. Key provisions specify the 402-meter distance limit and mandate written consent from the property owner for hunting activity within that range. This update refines existing regulations to explicitly include storage structures in the restricted area.

failed · North Dakota · House Jan 27, 2025

HB 1380: A BILL for an Act to amend and reenact section 11-11-37 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the publication of proceedings of a board of county commissioners.

HB 1380 requires North Dakota county commissioners to publish full meeting records in the county's official newspaper or on the county's official website within seven days after each meeting. This applies directly to all county boards of commissioners and their designated newspaper publishers. The bill updates Section 11-11-37 of the North Dakota Century Code to mandate this timeline and specifies that newspaper publishers must file an affidavit of publication with the county auditor. (Note: The bill failed to pass on January 27, 2025, but this summary describes its intended provisions only.)

failed · North Dakota · House Jan 27, 2025

HB 1384: A BILL for an Act to amend and reenact section 11-10-02 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the election of a full-time county auditor.

HB 1384 would require counties with full-time county auditors to elect that position rather than appoint it, preventing counties from using home rule charters to make the role appointive. This bill directly affects all North Dakota counties that currently employ a full-time county auditor, ensuring the position remains elected under state law. The key provision amends North Dakota Century Code Section 11-10-02 to mandate that full-time county auditors must be elected, overriding any local home rule efforts to circumvent this requirement. The bill does not change existing election schedules or other county officer requirements. (Note: The bill failed to pass in the 2025 legislative session.)