Budget & Taxes

signed · North Dakota · House Mar 19, 2025

HB 1281: AN ACT to amend and reenact sections 57-43.1-03.3, 57-43.2-04.5, and 57-43.3-03.1 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to motor vehicle fuel tax, special fuels tax, and aviation fuel tax refunds for fuels purchased by fire departments; and to provide an effective date.

Relating to motor vehicle fuel tax, special fuels tax, and aviation fuel tax refunds for fuels purchased by fire departments; and to provide an effective date.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides tax refunds for fire departments on fuel purchases, a form of targeted tax relief for public safety services, aligning with fiscal support for essential programs.90% confidence

passed both · North Dakota · House Mar 11, 2025

HB 1379: A BILL for an Act to create and enact a new subdivision to subsection 1 of section 57-38-01.3 and a new subdivision to subsection 2 of section 57-38-30.3 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to a personal and corporate income tax adjustment for capital gains from the sale of bullion; and to provide an effective date.

HB 1379 would create a tax deduction for North Dakota residents and businesses selling qualifying gold or silver bullion. It allows taxpayers to reduce their taxable income by the profit (capital gain) from selling bullion that meets specific purity standards (999 parts per 1,000). The bill defines "bullion" as refined precious metal where value depends on metal content, not form, and applies only to gains included in federal taxable income. This change would apply to tax years beginning after December 31, 2024, if enacted. The bill failed to pass in March 2025.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates tax deduction for capital gains on bullion sales, reducing taxable income and providing tax relief per bill's explicit tax adjustment language.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Business Taxes Income Tax

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signed · North Dakota · House Mar 12, 2025

HB 1038: AN ACT to provide an appropriation to the department of commerce for a state radar data pathfinder program; to provide for a report; and to declare an emergency.

HB 1038 appropriates $15 million to replace state-owned uncrewed aerial vehicles (UAVs) that don’t meet federal security requirements under the National Defense Authorization Act and American Security Drone Act of 2023. It requires state agencies to return outdated UAVs to the uncrewed aircraft systems test site for disposal or sale, while providing new compliant UAVs, staff training, and a centralized registration system for agencies. The bill also allocates $11 million for a state radar data pathfinder program to integrate federal radar data with state UAV operations, enhance security protocols, and improve safety and infrastructure. Both programs require reports by June 2026 detailing implementation, costs, and compliance needs. The bill directly affects state agencies using UAVs and aims to ensure federal regulatory compliance.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates $15M for UAV replacement program, directly funding state operations per budget requirements.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyFunds replacement of non-compliant UAVs meeting federal security standards (NDAA, drone acts), enhancing cybersecurity through updated equipment and centralized registration.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Emerging Technology

signed · North Dakota · House Apr 14, 2025

HB 1106: AN ACT to provide an appropriation to the department of transportation for nonfixed route transit program grants.

HB 1106 allocates $2 million from North Dakota's general fund to the Department of Transportation for grants supporting nonfixed route public transit services. These grants directly assist public transportation providers (such as rural or on-demand transit systems) during the 2025-2027 biennium. The bill creates a dedicated funding stream for nonfixed route transit programs without altering existing service requirements or eligibility rules.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates $2M from general fund to fund public transit grants, increasing state spending on transportation services per bill summary.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationAllocates $2M for nonfixed route transit grants, directly funding public transportation infrastructure without restrictions or cuts.90% confidence

Sub-Topics State Budget Public Transit

signed · North Dakota · House Jun 11, 2025

HB 1577: AN ACT to create and enact a new section to chapter 23.1-07 and a new subsection to section 23.1-07-06 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to a wastewater infrastructure grant program and the duties of the department of environmental quality; to authorize a Bank of North Dakota line of credit; to provide an appropriation; to provide for a legislative management study; and to declare an emergency.

Relating to a wastewater infrastructure grant program and the duties of the department of environmental quality; to authorize a Bank of North Dakota line of credit; to provide an appropriation; to provide for a legislative management study; and to declare an emergency.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly provides an appropriation for wastewater infrastructure, directly funding a public service program through state budget allocation.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill creates wastewater infrastructure grant program to fund pollution control, directly supporting environmental protection through improved water quality infrastructure and department of environmental quality duties.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations

died · North Dakota · Senate Jan 7, 2025

SB 2103: 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 individual income tax deduction for a segal Americorps education award; and to provide an effective date.

SB 2103 would have allowed North Dakota taxpayers to deduct Segal AmeriCorps education awards from their state individual income tax. This deduction would directly affect residents who received Segal AmeriCorps education awards, reducing their taxable income. The bill proposed adding this specific tax provision to the North Dakota Century Code but was withdrawn on January 7, 2025, before moving forward, meaning it never became law.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProposes tax deduction for education awards, reducing taxable income and providing direct tax relief to eligible taxpayers.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Income Tax

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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 & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides tax exemption for tribal members, reducing state tax revenue, aligning with tax relief indicator for targeted group.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Procurement Sales Tax Tax Incentives

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vetoed · North Dakota · Senate May 1, 2025

SB 2160: AN ACT to amend and reenact sections 54-52.1-01, 54-52.1-02, and 54-52.1-03.1 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to health insurance benefits coverage provided by the uniform group insurance program; to provide an appropriation; to provide for a statement of legislative intent; and to provide an effective date.

Relating to health insurance benefits coverage provided by the uniform group insurance program; to provide an appropriation; to provide for a statement of legislative intent; and to provide an effective date.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides appropriation for health insurance benefits program, funding public service under uniform group insurance program.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill provides appropriation for health insurance benefits coverage under uniform group program, indicating funding and support for expanded coverage.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance

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failed · North Dakota · House Feb 25, 2025

HB 1163: A BILL for an Act to create and enact a new section to chapter 15.1-36 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to a legacy fund school construction assistance loan fund; to amend and reenact section 21-10-11, relating to the legacy and budget stabilization fund advisory board; and to provide a continuing appropriation.

Relating to a legacy fund school construction assistance loan fund; to amend and reenact section 21‑10‑11, relating to the legacy and budget stabilization fund advisory board; and to provide a continuing appropriation.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates legacy fund for school construction loans with continuing appropriation, directly funding public infrastructure through state budget mechanisms.92% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationCreates school construction loan fund, providing financial support for infrastructure improvements in K-12 schools through dedicated funding mechanism.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations

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signed · North Dakota · Senate May 2, 2025

SB 2013: AN ACT to provide an appropriation for defraying the expenses of the commissioner of university and school lands; to provide for distributions from permanent funds; and to provide for a report.

SB 2013 provides $9.87 million in funding for the North Dakota commissioner of university and school lands to cover salaries, operations, and contingencies during the 2025-2027 biennium. It also allocates $617.3 million from permanent funds to distribute to specific state institutions, including North Dakota State University, the University of North Dakota, schools for the deaf and blind, correctional facilities, and state colleges. The bill specifies exact amounts for each recipient, such as $584.7 million for common schools and $8.8 million for North Dakota State University. This is a procedural budget bill focused solely on funding allocations, with no new policy changes.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates $617.3M from permanent funds to state institutions including universities and correctional facilities, increasing public service funding.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationAllocates $617.3M from permanent funds to universities, schools, and educational institutions, directly funding operations and programs per bill's distribution specifics.95% confidence

Sub-Topics State Budget Higher Education