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HCR 3036

A concurrent resolution to amend and reenact sections 7 and 13 of article IV of the Constitution of North Dakota, relating to sessions of the legislative assembly; and to provide an effective date.

69th Legislative Assembly (2025-26) Introduced by Mike Brandenburg and 6 co-sponsors

Summary of North Dakota HCR 3036 Purpose and IntentThis concurrent resolution sought to amend the North Dakota constitution to change the schedule and duration of legislative sessi

Second reading, failed to adopt yeas 43 nays 49
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Bill Summary · HCR 3036

Summary of North Dakota HCR 3036

Purpose and Intent

This concurrent resolution sought to amend the North Dakota constitution to change the schedule and duration of legislative sessions in the state. The main goals were to:

  1. Extend the length of regular legislative sessions from 80 to 120 calendar days.
  2. Require the legislative assembly to meet annually, rather than the current system of meeting in odd-numbered years only.

If passed, these changes would have resulted in the legislative assembly meeting for longer periods on a more frequent basis.

Key Provisions

The specific changes proposed in HCR 3036 were:

Session Length

  • Amend Section 7 of Article IV to increase the maximum length of regular legislative sessions from 80 to 120 calendar days.

Annual Sessions

  • Amend Section 13 of Article IV to require the legislative assembly to convene in regular session each year, rather than only in odd-numbered years as currently mandated.

Affected Parties

The primary groups that would have been affected by the changes in HCR 3036 include:

  • The North Dakota Legislative Assembly, who would have been required to meet for longer and more frequent sessions.
  • State government agencies and officials, who would have increased interactions and coordination with the legislature on an annual basis.
  • North Dakota citizens and organizations, who may have seen greater legislative activity and responsiveness on an annual schedule.

Procedural and Timeline Details

HCR 3036 was introduced on February 25, 2025 and went through the typical legislative process in the North Dakota House of Representatives. It received a second reading but ultimately failed to be adopted, with a vote of 43 yeas and 49 nays.

As a concurrent resolution, if it had been adopted it would have proposed a constitutional amendment to be placed on the next statewide ballot for voter approval. The resolution did not specify a timeline for when the proposed constitutional changes would take effect.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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