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2026 Regular Session Introduced by Kevin Avard and 5 co-sponsors

Repeals NDCC § 24-02-46, removing North Dakota's authority to participate in the multistate highway transportation agreement, affecting the DOT, AG, and interstate partners.

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Bill Summary · HB 1215

Summary — HB 1215 (North Dakota)

AN ACT to repeal section 24‑02‑46 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the multistate highway transportation agreement

Purpose / Intent

The bill's sole purpose is to repeal an existing North Dakota statute — NDCC § 24‑02‑46 — that concerns the state's participation in or authorization of the "multistate highway transportation agreement." It removes the statutory provision that implemented or recognized that multistate agreement in North Dakota law.

Key provision

  • Repeal: Section 24‑02‑46 of the North Dakota Century Code is repealed in full. No replacement language or amendments to other sections are included in the bill text.

Who or what is affected

  • Primary: State law — the statutory authority or recognition for the multistate highway transportation agreement is removed from the Century Code.
  • Secondary: State agencies and officials that relied on § 24‑02‑46 to implement, administer, or enforce obligations under the multistate highway transportation agreement (for example, the Department of Transportation, the Attorney General, and other agencies that implemented interstate transportation arrangements).
  • Other parties: Any multistate body, interstate partners, private entities, or local governments that interact with North Dakota under that agreement could be affected if state participation or statutory authority is a prerequisite for certain cooperative actions or regulatory coordination.

Note: The bill text does not include the original language of § 24‑02‑46, so readers should consult the current North Dakota Century Code to identify the specific duties, authorities, or agreements being removed and to assess operational impacts.

Procedural / timeline status

  • Introduced in the Sixty‑ninth Legislative Assembly (Regular Session, 2025) by Representatives D. Ruby, Hager, Monson, M. Ruby, Toman, Vigesaa, and Weisz and by Senators Clemens, Hogue, and Weston.
  • Passage: Record shows unanimous or near‑unanimous passage votes in both chambers (House 88–0; Senate 47–0 per enrollment document).
  • Enrollment & filing: The enrolled bill was transmitted and filed with the Secretary of State on March 14, 2025; documentation indicates final executive action occurred in mid‑March 2025.
  • Effective date: The bill contains no separate effective‑date provision in the text supplied; unless a different effective date is specified elsewhere, repeal would take effect according to standard state rules for enactment (check the enrolled act for the precise effective date).

Practical considerations / next steps

  • Agencies should review the now‑repealed statute to determine which operational authorities, permits, or cooperative processes were based on § 24‑02‑46 and whether administrative rules, intergovernmental agreements, or internal procedures need revision.
  • If continuity of interstate cooperation is desired, the Legislature or executive agencies may need to enact replacement statutory language, enter a new agreement, or use alternative authorities.
  • For a full impact assessment, consult the text of the repealed § 24‑02‑46 in the North Dakota Century Code and any related administrative rules or intergovernmental agreements.

Related legislation

  • The bill listing references a companion bill, HB 1264. Review HB 1264 and any other legislative actions for related or clarifying measures.

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

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