Rep. Vicky Steiner

Maddy summaryBased on the provided title and abstract, HB 1305 amends existing sections of the North Dakota Century Code related to criminal trespass. The bill updates the laws concerning who can be charged with criminal trespass and outlines the penalties for such offenses. Without the full text of the bill, specific changes to the definition of trespass or the exact penalties cannot be detailed.

Relating to a licensed premises serving alcohol and refusal to furnish a photo identification; to amend and reenact section 5‑02‑10 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the time frame to file a complaint against a licensed retailer of alcoholic beverages; and to provide a penalty.

Relating to physician continuing education requirements; to amend and reenact section 14‑02.1‑04 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to limitations on the performance of an abortion; to provide an appropriation; to provide an effective date; and to declare an emergency.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends North Dakota law concerning the required abbreviated notice for administrative rulemaking. It modifies the specific provisions that govern how administrative agencies provide shorter announcements when proposing or changing administrative rules.

Relating to designating the bridge on state highway 22 in Dickinson as the Specialist Jon P. Fettig Iraq bridge; to provide a continuing appropriation; and to declare an emergency.

Maddy summaryHB 1602 changes North Dakota's public employee retirement system by closing the traditional defined benefit plan to new hires starting January 1, 2025. Instead, new permanent employees (excluding those in specific exception roles like teachers, law enforcement, or university staff) must join a defined contribution retirement plan. Existing members who joined before 2025 remain in the defined benefit plan, and political subdivisions (like cities or counties) may choose whether to participate in the new defined contribution plan. The bill clarifies that local governments are not required to offer either retirement plan, and no fees apply if they withdraw from the defined contribution system.

Maddy summaryHB 1464 authorizes a legislative study to examine maternal care services. The bill directs a specific committee to conduct a management study on current maternal care systems and services. It does not create new policies or directly affect individuals; instead, it establishes a process for gathering information. The study's purpose is to assess how maternal care services are managed, though the bill does not specify the exact scope or outcomes of the review. (1 sentence, as it is procedural in nature).

Maddy summaryHB 1583 would require political committees making independent expenditures (ads influencing elections without candidate involvement) to disclose the true source of funds for ads exceeding $200. It mandates detailed reporting of contributors giving over $1,000 during election periods, including their names, addresses, and contribution dates. The bill targets organizations spending on political ads, ensuring transparency about who funds election-related messaging. It also adds penalties for false political advertisements, though specific penalty amounts aren't detailed in the provided text. This bill focuses on increasing disclosure requirements for political spending, not on changing campaign finance limits.

Maddy summaryHB 1268 would require human service zones in North Dakota to mandate drug testing for parents whose drug use contributed to a child's out-of-home placement (e.g., foster care). Parents would need to pass a test before resuming unsupervised visits with their child, with additional testing allowed for safety planning. The bill excludes marijuana from this requirement and allocates $100,000 from the general fund for testing costs during the 2025-2027 biennium. This bill failed to pass in the legislature (6-39 vote) and remains a proposed measure, not current law.

Relating to parental involvement in a child's education; and to amend and reenact section 14‑09‑32.1 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to a parent's interest in a child's upbringing.