Rep. Gretchen Dobervich

Maddy summarySB 2200 appropriates $500,000 from North Dakota's community health trust fund to the Department of Health and Human Services for the 988 crisis hotline program. This funding directly supports the state's implementation and operation of the 988 suicide and mental health crisis hotline service. The appropriation covers the biennium starting July 1, 2025, and ending June 30, 2027, ensuring sustained financial backing for the program during that period.

Relating to regulating edible medical marijuana products; and to amend and reenact section 19‑24.1‑01 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to definitions of medical marijuana products.

Maddy summaryHouse Bill 1429 updates North Dakota's laws concerning harassment and stalking. It specifically amends existing statutes to include acts committed "with a robot." This means that using a robot to harass or stalk another person would now be explicitly covered under these laws, making such actions illegal. The bill also specifies that a penalty would apply to individuals found guilty of these offenses.

Relating to an exemption for postpartum exposure to controlled substances and alcohol; to amend and reenact sections 50‑25.1‑16 and 50‑25.1‑17 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to reporting requirements for prenatal exposure to controlled substances and alcohol abuse and toxicology test requirements; and to repeal section 50‑25.1‑18 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to reporting requirements for prenatal exposure to alcohol misuse.

Maddy summaryHouse Bill 1410 provides for a legislative management study. This study will review current state laws related to criminal conduct against children.

Maddy summaryHB 1095 creates a new work group to serve as a liaison between child protective services and school districts. This group's purpose is to enhance communication and coordination related to child safety matters. It aims to facilitate better collaboration between these two entities regarding the well-being and safety of children within the school system.

Maddy summarySB 2305 modifies North Dakota law related to the family paid caregiver service pilot project, which allows family members to be compensated for providing care. The bill also adjusts provisions concerning the cross-disability advisory council. Additionally, it provides an appropriation, allocating funds for these services and the council's operations.

Maddy summaryHB 1167 requires political campaigns, committees, and parties to prominently display "This content generated by artificial intelligence" in any political communication (including ads, social media, or digital content) created using AI tools. It applies to all AI-generated content - such as images, videos, or text - used for political purposes like supporting candidates or influencing ballot measures. The law defines "artificial intelligence" as systems creating digital content based on human objectives or data patterns, excluding simple rule-based programs. Signed into law by the Governor on April 10, 2025, this disclosure requirement directly affects political actors using AI in election-related communications.

Relating to diagnostic breast examination and supplemental breast examination cost-sharing restrictions; to provide for a report to the legislative assembly; to provide for application; and to provide an expiration date.

Maddy summarySB 2172 would establish new requirements for long-term care insurance policies in North Dakota, specifically governing policy terms and how claim payments are processed. It directly affects individuals purchasing or holding long-term care insurance policies in the state, as well as insurance companies offering these policies. The bill creates a new section in the North Dakota Century Code to standardize these aspects of policy administration. (Note: The provided context lacks specific details about the exact provisions or mechanisms, so this summary reflects the bill's stated purpose as described in its title and abstract.)