Budget & Taxes (Government Spending)

HB 1329 requires North Dakota's state treasurer to create and maintain a free, online government spending database accessible to the public. It mandates school districts, local governments, and other state entities to submit detailed expenditure data - including payment amounts, dates, recipients, and for schools, textbook details - updated monthly. The database must include search tools, downloadable formats, and anonymous salary information, funded by a $350,000 state appropriation for fiscal years 2025-2027. This law directly affects all state budget units, school districts, and local governments by requiring standardized data reporting starting July 1, 2026.