Rep. SuAnn Olson

Maddy summaryThis bill creates a new legal provision in North Dakota's laws regarding parent and guardian access to a minor's medical examination room. The bill's abstract indicates it establishes rules for when parents or guardians may be present during a minor's medical examination. However, the provided context does not include the specific details of the access rules, exceptions, or who would be directly affected beyond the general categories of minors, parents, and guardians. Without additional information on the actual provisions, a detailed summary of key mechanisms cannot be provided. As a procedural bill establishing a new legal section, a more detailed summary is not possible with the current context.

Maddy summaryThis concurrent resolution encourages North Dakota's State Treasurer and State Investment Board to consider allocating portions of three specific state funds - the general fund, budget stabilization fund, and legacy fund - toward investments in digital assets (like cryptocurrencies) and precious metals. It cites inflation concerns and the need for investment diversification to protect the state's financial resources. The resolution is non-binding and serves only as a recommendation to the Treasurer and Board, not a mandate requiring specific investment actions. It does not alter existing investment rules or create new state obligations.

Maddy summaryHB 1503 amends North Dakota's criminal code to update penalties for drivers who cause injury while operating a vehicle under the influence of alcohol. It specifically revises subsection 2 of section 39-08-01.2 in the North Dakota Century Code, adjusting the legal consequences for this offense. The bill directly affects individuals convicted of DUI-related injury incidents by establishing a new penalty structure under the amended code section. This change modifies the sentencing framework for these specific criminal violations without altering the underlying offense definition.

Relating to the acceptance of health care sharing ministries by an institution of higher education and health care sharing ministries' exemptions from insurance laws and regulations.

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.

Relating to ownership of accounting firms by qualified plans; and to amend and reenact subsection 3 of section 10-31-04 and subsection 3 of section 43‑02.2‑06 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to minority ownership of an accounting firm.

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 summaryThis bill (SB 2317) allows townships in North Dakota that previously transferred their zoning authority to counties to regain that authority under specific conditions. It directly affects townships that had unilaterally given up zoning control to county governments. To reacquire zoning authority, a township must pass a resolution supporting the return, hold a majority vote by qualified electors in an election, adopt a new zoning ordinance, and appoint a zoning administrator. If these steps are completed, the county must accept the township's reacquisition of zoning authority. The bill proposed a formal process for townships to reclaim zoning control they had previously delegated to county governments.

Maddy summaryHB 1224 simplifies the process for inheriting small estates in North Dakota by allowing claimants to collect assets using a sworn affidavit instead of court-appointed probate. It directly affects individuals inheriting property from a deceased person when the total estate value (minus debts) is under $510,000. The bill requires a 30-day wait after death, an affidavit confirming the estate size and no pending court proceedings, and allows debtors or transfer agents to release assets directly to the claimant. This eliminates the need for formal probate court involvement for qualifying small estates.

Maddy summarySB 2242, now law after being signed by the Governor on March 20, 2025, directs North Dakota's legislative management to conduct a study of state higher education institutions during the 2025-26 legislative interim. The study will examine efficiency, dual-credit programs, tuition costs, uniform transcripts, credit transfers, and potential consolidation or satellite campuses. It does not change current policies but will produce recommendations for future legislation to address these areas. The study committee will include bipartisan legislative members and representatives from higher education, K-12, and key industries.