House of Representatives

ND HCR 3023 pledges to keep state-funded essential services fully funded despite federal funding shifts, urging planning, federal advocacy, and tribal collaboration.

HB 1317 creates three new barber licenses (restricted, temporary, retired) and requires 6 hours of continuing education every 2 years, modernizing practice and board oversight.

Raises the civil fee for overtaking a stopped school bus from $100 to $500, boosting deterrence and student safety; bill died in committee.