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died · North Dakota · House Jan 23, 2025

HB 1196: A BILL for an Act to amend and reenact section 12-60-24 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to criminal history record checks.

HB 1196 proposed standardizing criminal history record checks for specific applicants in North Dakota. It required individuals seeking certain jobs (like teachers, healthcare workers, foster parents, or adoption/parenting roles) to provide fingerprints and written consent for statewide and nationwide background checks, with agencies mandated to complete checks within three days. The bill applied to multiple state agencies including education boards, health departments, and foster care providers, but was withdrawn from consideration before becoming law.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice

failed · North Dakota · Senate Jan 23, 2025

SB 2189: A BILL for an Act to amend and reenact subsection 1 of section 53-06.1-03 and subsection 1 of section 53-06.1-11.1 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to reporting the value of prizes distributed by an organization using a permit to conduct raffles, bingo, sports pools, paddlewheels, twenty-one, and poker.

Relating to reporting the value of prizes distributed by an organization using a permit to conduct raffles, bingo, sports pools, paddlewheels, twenty‑one, and poker.

died · North Dakota · Senate Jan 22, 2025

SB 2318: A BILL for an Act to create and enact a new section to chapter 50-24.1 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to paid family caregiver services.

SB 2318 would have required North Dakota's Medicaid program to create paid family caregiver services for eligible individuals in home and community-based waiver programs (excluding the aged and disabled waiver). It would have mandated payments to legally responsible family caregivers at rates matching professional direct support wages, capped at 40 hours per week, and required an evidence-based assessment considering individual needs like medical care and social circumstances. The bill also specified that an advisory council must review the program's design and assessment methods. However, the bill was introduced on January 20, 2025, and withdrawn the same day without committee action.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Healthcare

failed · North Dakota · House Jan 22, 2025

HB 1262: A BILL for an Act to amend and reenact section 30.1-28-04 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to guardians of incapacitated persons.

HB 1262 amends North Dakota law governing guardianships for incapacitated adults, directly affecting court-appointed guardians and the individuals under their care. The bill requires courts to prioritize the ward’s self-reliance, mandate strict findings of incapacity (rejecting age or medical diagnosis alone), and demand consideration of existing powers of attorney before appointing a guardian. Key provisions include limiting guardians’ authority to only necessary powers, requiring detailed asset inventories within 90 days, and establishing mandatory 5-year reviews to determine if guardianship remains necessary. The law also protects specific rights like voting, changing marital status, and retaining a driver’s license, ensuring guardianship remains the least restrictive option.

failed · North Dakota · Senate Jan 22, 2025

SB 2099: A BILL for an Act to create and enact a new section to chapter 15.1-18.2 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to cardiac arrest prevention and education for student athletes and coaches.

SB 2099 would require North Dakota schools to provide cardiac arrest prevention and response training to student athletes and coaches. The bill proposes creating a new section in the state's legal code mandating this education as part of athletic programs. It directly affects student athletes and coaches in public and private schools across North Dakota by establishing specific training requirements. The key provision would standardize cardiac emergency preparedness, including instruction on using automated external defibrillators (AEDs) and emergency response protocols. This policy change aims to improve safety outcomes for student athletes during sports activities.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

died · North Dakota · House Jan 22, 2025

HB 1617: A BILL for an Act to provide an appropriation to the department of public instruction for tribal school infrastructure projects.

HB 1617 would have allocated $100,000 from North Dakota's general fund to the Department of Public Instruction for infrastructure grants to tribal elementary and secondary schools. The funds were intended for use during the 2025-2027 biennium to support physical improvements at schools serving Native American communities. This bill proposed a direct budgetary appropriation to address school facility needs, specifically targeting tribal schools. The bill was introduced on January 20, 2025, but was withdrawn from consideration two days later without further action.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Education

failed · North Dakota · House Jan 22, 2025

HB 1159: A BILL for an Act to create and enact a new section to chapter 51-07 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to requiring vendors to provide physical copies of tickets upon request.

HB 1159 would require vendors selling digital event tickets (like for concerts or sports games) to provide a free physical copy upon customer request, with vendors allowed to charge up to $10 for shipping and handling. It directly affects businesses selling digital tickets and customers who prefer physical copies. The bill creates a new law in North Dakota's Century Code mandating this service without cost to the customer beyond reasonable shipping fees. The bill was introduced in January 2025 but failed to pass the legislature on January 22, 2025, with 67 votes against and 27 in favor.

failed · North Dakota · House Jan 22, 2025

HB 1324: A BILL for an Act to create and enact a new subdivision to subsection 2 of section 57-38-30.3 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to an income tax deduction for cash and noncash tips received by a food or beverage service establishment employee; and to provide an effective date.

Relating to an income tax deduction for cash and noncash tips received by a food or beverage service establishment employee; and to provide an effective date.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Labor & Employment

failed · North Dakota · House Jan 22, 2025

HCR 3002: A concurrent resolution to amend and reenact section 25 of article XI of the Constitution of North Dakota, relating to authorizing sports betting.

HCR 3002 is a proposed constitutional amendment that would allow North Dakota to authorize and regulate sports betting within the state. If approved by voters, it would amend the state constitution to permit the legislature to license and regulate sports betting on professional and college sports. All tax revenue generated from sports betting would be required to fund K-12 public schools. This change would directly affect all North Dakotans by altering the state's legal framework for gambling and directing new revenue toward public education.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Education

died · North Dakota · Senate Jan 21, 2025

SB 2268: A BILL for an Act to amend and reenact section 53-06.1-01 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the definition of alcoholic beverage establishment.

SB 2268 would have amended North Dakota's definition of "alcoholic beverage establishment" in the Century Code. The bill specifically clarified that this term excludes liquor stores, gas stations, grocery stores, and convenience stores from the category of businesses licensed to serve alcohol on-premises. This redefinition would have directly affected businesses seeking or holding alcohol licenses, ensuring only establishments primarily focused on on-site consumption (like restaurants or bars) qualified under this definition. The bill was introduced but withdrawn before further consideration in 2025.

failed · North Dakota · Senate Jan 21, 2025

SB 2102: A BILL for an Act to amend and reenact section 29-15-21 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to a written demand for change of judge; and to provide for application.

SB 2102 is a procedural bill that would amend North Dakota's court code to clarify the process for submitting a written request to change a judge in a case. It specifically addresses the requirements and application of such a demand, directly affecting parties involved in court proceedings who seek to replace a judge. The bill does not change substantive law but outlines the formal procedure for requesting a judge change. It was introduced in January 2025 but failed to pass in the legislature.

failed · North Dakota · House Jan 21, 2025

HB 1320: A BILL for an Act to create and enact a new section to chapter 12.1-31 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to prohibiting deepfake videos and images; and to provide a penalty.

HB 1320 would prohibit creating or distributing AI-altered videos or images that falsely depict someone without their consent, with the intent to deceive. This applies to anyone sharing such "deepfake" content, including on social media or other platforms. Violations would be classified as a class A misdemeanor, potentially resulting in fines or jail time. The law specifically targets deceptive digital content meant to harm reputations or spread misinformation.

Topics ✓ Technology