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HCR 3020

A concurrent resolution urging North Dakota to acknowledge the Kingship of Jesus Christ.

69th Legislative Assembly (2025-26) Introduced by Karen Anderson and 11 co-sponsors

ND HCR 3020 seeks to acknowledge Jesus Christ as ruler over the world; a non-binding, ceremonial expression with no legal effect, which failed to pass in the House (31-59).

Second reading, failed to adopt yeas 31 nays 59
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Bill Summary · HCR 3020

Summary: House Concurrent Resolution No. 3020 (HCR 3020)

Overview

HCR 3020 is a concurrent resolution introduced in the 69th North Dakota Legislative Assembly. It asks North Dakota to acknowledge the Kingship of Jesus Christ over all the world. The measure is non-binding and expresses a legislative sentiment rather than creating or modifying law. The resolution was introduced on January 30, 2025 and progressed to a second reading, but failed to adopt (yeas 31, nays 59).

Purpose and intent

  • Establishes that Jesus Christ has civil authority, including over North Dakota, in addition to spiritual authority.
  • Cites biblical passages to frame Christ as ruler of nations and the source of legitimate authority.
  • Argues that recognizing Christ’s kingship will bring “real liberty, well-ordered discipline, peace, and harmony” to the state.

Key provisions

  • Declaration of acknowledgement: North Dakota would acknowledge the Kingship of Jesus Christ over all the world.
  • Foundational references: Reiterates statements about Christ’s authority from scripture (e.g., Matthew 28:18; Daniel 7:14; Psalms 2:8-10; Revelation 1:5, 17:14, 19:12-13).
  • Historical/constitutional framing: References the state’s founding invocation of Almighty God and a past call to recognize Jesus Christ as rightful ruler of nations.
  • Ceremonial directive: The Secretary of State would forward copies of the resolution to the President of the United States, the Governor, and each member of North Dakota’s congressional delegation.
  • Nature of action: The measure is a concurrent resolution—an expression of the Legislature’s view rather than a law or policy change.

Affected parties and impact

  • Affected entities: The resolution primarily affects state legislative messaging and ceremonial communication. It does not create new duties, funding, or regulatory requirements.
  • Legal/policy impact: As a non-binding concurrent resolution, it does not amend statutes or impose legal obligations. Potential constitutional considerations around the separation of church and state are not addressed within the text and would depend on broader legal context.

Procedural history and timeline

  • Introduced: January 30, 2025 (House and Senate authors listed)
  • Committee stage: January 30, 2025, referral to Political Subdivisions Committee; committee hearing on February 13, 2025.
  • Legislative actions:
    • February 17, 2025: Reported back, do not pass; placed on calendar.
    • February 18, 2025: Second reading, failed to adopt (yeas 31, nays 59).

Notes

  • The measure reflects a specific religious viewpoint and seeks to convey a formal acknowledgment by the state. Its passage would not establish a state religion or alter substantive law, given its nature as a concurrent resolution.

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

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