North Dakota House Bill HCR3012

North Dakota 2025-2026 Regular Session

• Introduced: 1/29/25
• Refer: 1/29/25
• Report Pass: 2/12/25

Caption

The statewide property tax levy of one mill for support of the state medical center at the University of North Dakota; and to provide an effective date.

Impact

If approved, the repeal would mean that the state medical center would no longer receive funding through this specific property tax levy. This change, designed to take effect for taxable years beginning after December 31, 2026, raises concerns regarding how the medical center will sustain its operations in the absence of this consistent funding source. Discussions around the bill are likely to focus on alternative funding solutions and the overall impact on medical services provided by the center.

Summary

HCR3012 proposes the repeal of section 10 of article X of the Constitution of North Dakota, which established a statewide property tax levy of one mill designated for the support of the state medical center at the University of North Dakota. The intent behind this resolution is to eliminate the funding mechanism for the state medical center, which has been a part of North Dakota's constitutional framework.

Contention

The potential repeal of this amendment may lead to significant debate among lawmakers and constituents. Proponents of HCR3012 may argue that the property tax levy is outdated or unnecessary, while opponents might contend that eliminating this funding mechanism would jeopardize healthcare services in the state, particularly at the University of North Dakota's medical center. This issue may touch on broader themes such as healthcare funding, state responsibility for medical services, and the balance between taxation and state services.