ND
North Dakota House Bill HB1233

North Dakota 2025-2026 Regular Session

North Dakota House Bill HB1233

Introduced
1/13/25  
Refer
1/13/25  
Report Pass
1/28/25  
Refer
1/30/25  
Report Pass
2/3/25  
Engrossed
2/5/25  
Refer
2/13/25  
Report Pass
3/28/25  
Enrolled
4/3/25  

Caption

The powers and duties of the emergency commission; and to provide an appropriation.

Impact

If enacted, HB1233 would significantly alter how state resources are allocated during emergencies, establishing new criteria for financial appropriations and reinforcing the authority of the emergency commission. The bill stipulates that the commission can approve fund transfers and expenditures without full legislative approval in urgent situations, which could lead to faster mobilization of resources during crises. This reform aims to ensure that funds can be utilized promptly when immediate action is necessary, ultimately improving the state's disaster response capabilities.

Summary

House Bill 1233 focuses on amendments to the powers and duties of the emergency commission and budget section within the North Dakota Century Code. The bill seeks to streamline the processes involved in managing funds during emergencies, facilitating quicker responses to disaster situations by allowing the emergency commission more authority to approve and transfer funds without the usual delays associated with legislative assembly sessions. This includes provisions for borrowing funds from the Bank of North Dakota for disaster relief efforts, thereby enhancing the state's ability to respond effectively to emergencies.

Sentiment

Overall, sentiment around HB1233 is mildly favorable, with both proponents and some skeptics acknowledging the need for efficient disaster management practices. Supporters emphasize the importance of responsiveness in emergency situations and the necessity of providing state agencies with the financial tools to act swiftly. Conversely, there are concerns regarding the potential for misuse of powers by the emergency commission without adequate legislative oversight, fueling a debate over governance and accountability during state emergencies.

Contention

One of the notable points of contention is the balance of power between the executive and legislative branches concerning financial oversight. Critics argue that expanding the emergency commission's authority could lead to a lack of checks and balances, with fears that emergency powers may be invoked too readily. Proponents counter that the need for immediate action in disaster scenarios outweighs the risks, advocating for a more flexible and rapid funding mechanism to tackle unforeseen events effectively.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

ND SB2012

The autism voucher; to provide a statement of legislative intent; to provide for a legislative management study; to provide for a report; to provide an effective date; and to declare an emergency.

ND HB1003

Matching grants for legal education and the workforce education advisory council; to provide for a transfer; to provide for a legislative management study; to provide loan authorization for the Mayville state university old main project; to provide for a report; to provide an exemption; to provide legislative intent; and to declare an emergency.

ND SB2004

The powers and duties of the state auditor and the salary of the state auditor; to provide for a legislative management study; to provide for a legislative management report; and to declare an emergency.

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 HB1070

Emergency commission authorizations; and to provide a continuing appropriation.

ND HB1012

The flexible transportation fund, motor vehicle excise tax allocations, an appropriation for township roadway funding, and the appropriation of bond proceeds for transportation projects; to provide an exemption; to provide a report; to provide for a legislative management study; 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 HB1020

AN ACT to provide an appropriation for defraying the expenses of the North Dakota state university extension service, northern crops institute, upper great plains transportation institute, main research center, branch research centers, and agronomy seed farm; to provide for a report; to provide for a transfer; to provide an exemption; 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 SB2029

Emergency commission and budget section approval to accept and disburse federal funds and state special funds; and to declare an emergency.

Similar Bills

CA AB120

Budget Act of 2017.

CA SB105

Budget Act of 2017.

CA ACA9

Veterans Support Stabilization Account.

HI HB2430

Relating To Summer Electronic Benefits Transfer For Children Program.

NV SB427

Makes appropriations to certain institutions of the Nevada System of Higher Education for capital improvement projects. (BDR S-560)

LA HB1059

Provides for supplemental appropriations for Fiscal Year 2011-2012

HI HB1296

Relating To The Major Disaster Fund.

NV SB491

Makes appropriations to the Training Division of the Department of Public Safety for the replacement of equipment, computer hardware and associated software, beds and mattresses and for maintenance projects and services. (BDR S-1212)