North Dakota 2025-2026 Regular Session

North Dakota House Bill HB1018

Introduced

1/7/25

Refer

1/7/25

Report Pass

2/24/25

Engrossed

2/25/25

Refer

3/7/25

Report Pass

4/9/25

Enrolled

5/1/25

Passed

5/17/25

Caption

Jurisdiction of the heritage center; to authorize a Bank of North Dakota line of credit; and to declare an emergency.

Impact

If passed, HB 1018 would have a notable impact on state funding priorities regarding historical preservation and cultural resources. The allocation of over $77 million toward the military gallery expansion and other associated projects is intended to bolster public engagement with the state's history. This investment could increase tourism to the Heritage Center and improve educational outreach efforts, potentially benefiting local economies and fostering community pride in North Dakota's military history and heritage.

Summary

House Bill 1018, introduced in the North Dakota Legislative Assembly, focuses on appropriations for the state historical society, specifically to fund a significant expansion project for the military gallery at the North Dakota Heritage Center. The bill authorizes a budget allocation from the general fund and other designated funds, ultimately proposing to enhance the state's cultural heritage display capabilities while providing a line of credit from the Bank of North Dakota to support this expansion financially. The bill signals a commitment to preserving and promoting historical artifacts and narratives representative of North Dakota's heritage.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding HB 1018 shows broad bipartisan support, reflected in the voting history where the proposal passed with significant majorities in both houses. However, there is some underlying concern regarding the large financial commitment from the state fund considering the current economic context. Advocates argue for the importance of investing in cultural heritage, while cautious voices remind legislators to evaluate budgetary impacts carefully before committing the state's resources to such extensive projects.

Contention

Notable points of contention in discussions surrounding HB 1018 include debates over the appropriate allocation of state funds and the potential use of state credit. Some lawmakers raised concerns about the sustainability of funding a project of this scale and whether prioritizing the military gallery takes resources away from other equally critical areas of state funding. The requirement for nonstate matching funds for some expenditures also highlights the ongoing concerns about securing alternative funding sources to relieve pressure on state resources.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

ND HB1554

The North Dakota outdoor heritage advisory board; and to declare an emergency.

ND SB2342

A value-added milk processing facility incentive program; and to authorize a Bank of North Dakota line of credit.

ND HB1577

A wastewater infrastructure grant program and the duties of the department of environmental quality; to authorize a Bank of North Dakota line of credit; to provide an appropriation; to provide for a legislative management study; and to declare an emergency.

ND SB2020

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 an exemption; and to declare an emergency.

ND SB2286

A BILL for an Act to provide an appropriation to the university of North Dakota; and to authorize a line of credit.

ND HB1020

State agency employment of attorneys, the powers and duties of the water topics overview committee, and a Bank of North Dakota line of credit; to provide legislative intent; to provide for a report; to provide for a study; to provide a continuing appropriation; to provide for a transfer; to provide an exemption; and to declare an emergency.

ND HB1015

County achievement days; to provide for a transfer; to authorize a line of credit; to provide an exemption; to provide for a report; and to declare an emergency.

ND SB2018

The purpose of the North Dakota development fund, duties and talent strategy of the division of workforce development, the uncrewed aircraft systems program, the uncrewed aircraft systems program fund, the beyond visual line of sight uncrewed aircraft system program, and changing the name of the office of legal immigration to the global talent office; to authorize a Bank of North Dakota line of credit; to provide for a transfer; to provide an application; to provide an exemption; and to provide for a legislative management report.

ND HB1315

A BILL for an Act to create and enact a new section to chapter 37-01 of the North Dakota Century Code; relating to the deployment of the North Dakota national guard; and to declare an emergency.

ND SB2032

The comprehensive health association of North Dakota; to provide an effective date; and to declare an emergency.

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