A concurrent resolution congratulating Donald J. Trump on his inauguration as President of the United States.

69th Legislative Assembly (2025-26) Introduced by Landon Bahl and 11 co-sponsors

A ceremonial, nonbinding resolution expressing North Dakota’s congratulations and support for President Trump and related national policies, with copies sent to federal officials.

Filed with Secretary Of State 03/21

HCR 3019 — Summary

A concurrent resolution in the North Dakota Legislature congratulating Donald J. Trump on his inauguration as President of the United States. The measure is ceremonial and nonbinding, expressing support for the President and certain policy directions.

Purpose and intent

Congratulates Donald J. Trump on his inauguration as the 47th President, with J.D. Vance named as Vice President.

Expresses North Dakota’s support for Trump’s governance, economy, and efforts to promote national unity.

Signals alignment with Trump-era conservative principles and border/security policy as part of the state’s public statements.

Key provisions and changes

Recitals (Whereas clauses) emphasize:

Trump’s election and North Dakota’s broad support (noting 51 of 53 counties in the state).
An assassination attempt on July 13, 2024, with a second thwarted attempt on September 15, 2024.
North Dakota’s support for border security and enforcement of immigration laws.
Shared values of liberty, economic prosperity, and adherence to founding principles.

Enacting language (Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved):

The Sixty-ninth Legislative Assembly congratulates President Trump and expresses confidence in his leadership.
Directs the Secretary of State to transmit copies of the resolution to the President, the Vice President, and each member of North Dakota’s congressional delegation.

Nature: Purely ceremonial; does not create rights or impose new obligations.

Affected parties and impact

Affected: President Donald J. Trump, Vice President J.D. Vance, and North Dakota’s congressional delegation.

State actors: Secretary of State (recipient of the resolution), the House and Senate (as co-authors and adopters).

Practical effect: No statutory changes or funding; serves as a formal statement of support from North Dakota’s legislative branch.

Procedural history and timeline

Introduced: January 30, 2025.

Legislative actions progressed through committee hearings and readings in February and March 2025.

House and Senate actions culminated with final enrollment in March 2025.

Filed with the Secretary of State on March 21, 2025.

Notable milestones include: committee reports of “do pass,” second readings adopted, and final enrollment/ceremonial adoption.

Overall assessment

HCR 3019 is a ceremonial, nonbinding resolution expressing the Sixty-ninth Legislature’s congratulations and support for President Trump and related national policies, with formal delivery of copies to federal officials.