North Dakota 2025-2026 Regular Session

North Dakota House Bill HB1006

Introduced
1/7/25  
Refer
1/7/25  
Report Pass
2/25/25  
Engrossed
2/25/25  
Refer
3/7/25  
Report Pass
4/18/25  
Enrolled
5/2/25  

Caption

The salary of the state tax commissioner; to provide an exemption; and to provide for a transfer.

Impact

The bill proposes specific financial allocations, including $24 million for salaries, with additional funds set aside for operating expenses and credits to veterans and property owners. Notably, this bill represents a commitment from the state to continue financial support for veterans and property tax relief initiatives, reflecting an acknowledgment of the needs of vulnerable populations within the state. Additionally, it seeks to maintain the operational integrity of the tax commissioner's office by addressing funding gaps for various essential services.

Summary

House Bill 1006 pertains to the funding and operations of the office of the state tax commissioner in North Dakota. The primary aim of the bill is to provide an appropriation for defraying expenses related to tax reimbursements, including the homestead tax credit and the disabled veterans' tax credit. The bill presents adjustments in financial allocations and aims to ensure that essential tax credits remain accessible to eligible residents during the upcoming biennium from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2027.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding HB 1006 is largely positive, as it is viewed as a necessary measure to ensure continuous support for property owners and veterans. The bill received substantial bipartisan support during the voting process, highlighting a shared commitment across parties to uphold important tax credits. The unanimous votes in both the House and Senate indicate strong legislative backing, suggesting that stakeholders prioritize the financial welfare of veterans and regional residents relying on property tax credits.

Contention

While there are no prominent points of contention reported in the discussion surrounding this bill, the ongoing budgetary allocations and transitions highlight the need for careful monitoring of financial resources. The potential for future discussions may arise concerning sufficiently funding these critical programs, especially in light of economic challenges. Additionally, stakeholders may call for ongoing assessments to ensure equitable distribution of tax credits as legislative priorities shift over time.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

ND SB2006

The salary of the state tax commissioner, property assessment increase notices, and use tax exemptions; to provide an exemption; to provide for a transfer; to provide an effective date; and to provide an expiration date.

ND HB1002

The salaries of justices of the supreme court, the salaries of district court judges, and compensation of jurors; to provide for transfers; to provide for a report; and to provide an exemption.

ND SB2003

Transfers from the lottery operating fund to the multijurisdictional drug task force grant fund and the salary of the attorney general; to provide a transfer; to provide an exemption; to provide for a legislative management study; and to declare an emergency.

ND SB2393

The state leave sharing program, capitol grounds rent collections, and the law enforcement retirement program; to provide for a transfer; to provide an exemption; to provide a report; to provide for a retroactive application; and to provide an effective date.

ND SB2015

A transfer of Bank of North Dakota profits to a water infrastructure revolving loan fund; to provide for a transfer; to provide an exemption; to provide for a legislative management study; to provide a report; to provide a penalty; to provide for application; to provide a retroactive effective date; to provide a contingent effective date; to provide an effective date; and to declare an emergency.

ND HB1001

Legislative compensation; to provide a report; to provide an exemption; to provide for application, transfer, and cancellation of unexpended appropriations; and to declare an emergency.

ND SB2008

The salaries of the public service commissioners, the transfer and distribution of funds in the highway tax distribution fund, and siting process administrative fees; to provide a transfer; and to declare an emergency.

ND HB1014

Fuel production facility loan guarantee reserve funding, the housing incentive fund, the powers of the North Dakota pipeline authority, definitions for the clean sustainable energy authority, a clean sustainable energy authority line of credit, and an appropriation from the state fiscal recovery fund; to provide a contingent appropriation; to provide for a transfer; to provide an exemption; to provide for a study; to provide for a report; to provide a statement of legislative intent; to provide an effective date; and to declare an emergency.

ND SB2016

AN ACT to provide an appropriation for defraying the expenses of the office of the adjutant general; to provide an exemption; to provide a statement of legislative intent; to provide for a legislative management study; to provide for a transfer; and to declare an emergency.

ND SB2017

AN ACT to provide an appropriation for defraying the expenses of the game and fish department; to provide a contingent appropriation; to provide for a transfer; and to provide an exemption.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.