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SCR 4013

A concurrent resolution to support the electoral college, denounce the National Popular Vote Interstate Compact, and invite interested states to form the Electoral College Interstate Compact.

69th Legislative Assembly (2025-26) Introduced by Landon Bahl and 4 co-sponsors

North Dakota expresses support for the Electoral College and opposition to the National Popular Vote Interstate Compact, inviting states to form an Electoral College Interstate Compact.

Filed with Secretary Of State 03/26
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Bill Summary · SCR 4013

Legislative bill overview

SCR 4013 is a concurrent resolution (non-binding statement) from North Dakota expressing support for the Electoral College system and opposition to the National Popular Vote Interstate Compact (NPVIC). The resolution invites other states to join a proposed Electoral College Interstate Compact to coordinate defense of the current presidential election system.

Why is this important

This reflects an ongoing national debate about how presidential elections should be decided. The NPVIC, which has been adopted by multiple states, would award electoral votes to the national popular vote winner rather than state winners. This resolution signals North Dakota's commitment to the state-by-state Electoral College approach and attempts to organize interstate resistance to NPVIC expansion.

Potential points of contention

  • Federalism and state autonomy: The resolution opposes states' rights to modify their own electoral processes through NPVIC, while claiming to defend federalism through an alternative compact
  • Democratic representation debate: Supporters argue the Electoral College ensures smaller states' influence; opponents contend the National Popular Vote better reflects "one person, one vote" principles
  • Practical enforceability: The proposed Electoral College Interstate Compact lacks clear mechanisms, whereas NPVIC has specific triggering conditions and is operationally designed
  • Partisan considerations: Electoral reform debates correlate with partisan advantage calculations, raising questions about the resolution's underlying motivations

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

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