Rep. Jeff Hoverson

Maddy summaryBased on the provided information, SB 2387 is an act that creates a new section within chapter 12.1-34 of the North Dakota Century Code. It relates specifically to the rights of sexual violence survivors. However, the provided context does not detail the specific rights or mechanisms the bill establishes for these survivors.

Maddy summaryHB 1209 requires the Department of Emergency Services to conduct a threat assessment specifically focused on foreign adversaries. Following this assessment, the bill mandates that the department provide a report detailing its findings to legislative management. This process aims to inform state leaders about potential risks and vulnerabilities posed by foreign adversaries, contributing to state security planning.

Maddy summaryHB 1386 amends existing North Dakota law to prohibit the possession of certain computer-generated images. The bill modifies sections 12.1-27.2-01 and 12.1-27.2-04.1 of the North Dakota Century Code. It establishes a penalty for individuals found to be in possession of these prohibited images.

Maddy summaryHB 1527 would require all North Dakota public school districts to include Holocaust education in their U.S. history curriculum. The bill mandates that this education cover specific topics like the causes of the Holocaust, history of antisemitism, resistance efforts, U.S. involvement, and connections between intolerance and historical events. School districts must implement grade-appropriate lessons meeting these requirements, and the state superintendent must submit an annual report to the governor and legislature on compliance. This bill directly affects K-12 schools and students across North Dakota, aiming to ensure consistent educational content about the Holocaust. The bill failed to pass in April 2025, with 22 votes in favor and 24 against.

Maddy summaryHB 1555 would require certain businesses and organizations to file statements of ownership with the North Dakota Secretary of State. The bill establishes a new legal requirement for these filings and specifies penalties for failing to submit them or providing false information. This directly affects entities that must disclose their ownership structure to the state, such as corporations or limited liability companies. The key mechanism creates a mandatory filing process with defined penalties for non-compliance under North Dakota law.

Maddy summaryHB 1200 amends North Dakota's high school graduation requirements to require one unit of computer science or cybersecurity (subdivision h) for all students, effective after July 31, 2025. It allows schools to grant credit for up to one unit of coursework under "emergent circumstances" (e.g., natural disasters disrupting normal education) by substituting alternative courses like dual-credit or electives. This applies to students in North Dakota public and nonpublic high schools who demonstrate such emergencies. The bill also updates existing GED credit provisions but focuses primarily on creating flexibility for emergency disruptions to graduation requirements.

Maddy summaryHB 1430 would amend North Dakota's social work regulations to allow licensed social workers to offer counseling aligned with heterosexuality or a client's biological sex without violating ethics rules. It directly affects licensed social workers in North Dakota who provide counseling to individuals questioning their sexuality or gender identity. The bill requires social workers to disclose the nature of such treatment and obtain written consent from the client or their parent/guardian before proceeding. This legislation, which failed to pass in March 2025, focuses on defining ethical boundaries for specific counseling approaches under professional regulation.

Maddy summaryHB 1134 prohibits the intentional online sharing of personally identifying information (like addresses, Social Security numbers, or phone numbers) to intimidate, harass, or frighten someone or their household or immediate family members. It defines "dissemination" as posting such information online or in public forums, and makes violations a class A misdemeanor, with harsher penalties (up to a class A felony) if the act causes bodily injury, serious harm, or death. The law applies to all electronic communications originating in or accessible within North Dakota and directly affects individuals targeted by such online harassment. Penalties increase based on the severity of harm caused, aiming to protect victims from digital intimidation campaigns.

Maddy summarySCR 4025 is a procedural resolution directing North Dakota's Legislative Management to study all state laws for being outdated, unnecessary, or causing undue burden on citizens. It does not change any laws itself but requires a review to identify potential reforms. The resolution mandates that Legislative Management report findings and recommendations - including any needed legislation - to the next legislative session. This affects only the legislative staff conducting the study, not the public or specific laws directly. It is a non-binding step toward potential future law revisions.

Maddy summaryHCR 3013 is a non-binding resolution passed by North Dakota's legislature urging the U.S. Supreme Court to overturn its 2015 Obergefell v. Hodges decision, which established same-sex marriage as legal nationwide. The resolution argues that Obergefell conflicts with the U.S. Constitution and traditional marriage definitions, and it requests the Court restore marriage to "a union between one man and one woman." It failed to pass in the legislature on March 13, 2025, and has no legal effect on marriage laws. This resolution expresses legislative opinion only and does not alter any existing marriage statutes or court rulings.