North Dakota 2025-2026 Regular Session

North Dakota House Bill HB1019

Introduced

1/7/25

Refer

1/7/25

Report Pass

2/17/25

Engrossed

2/20/25

Refer

2/20/25

Report Pass

4/9/25

Enrolled

5/2/25

Passed

5/17/25

Caption

The creation and naming of state parks; to provide for a transfer; to provide for a report; and to provide an exemption.

Impact

One of the significant changes proposed by HB 1019 is that state agencies or officials can no longer create or rename parks without prior legislative approval. This provision aims to centralize control over state parks, ensuring any new developments or existing changes are subject to legislative scrutiny. This requirement may affect how swiftly new recreational areas can be developed or existing ones maintained, depending on the legislative calendar and priorities. Furthermore, the bill establishes a framework for ongoing reports to the legislative assembly regarding the use of appropriated funds, fostering accountability.

Summary

House Bill 1019 focuses on providing appropriations for the North Dakota Parks and Recreation Department for the upcoming biennium from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2027. The bill outlines financial support aimed at defraying the department's operational expenses and includes provisions for significant funding directed toward investments in state parks, such as maintenance, infrastructure improvements, and specific projects at the International Peace Garden. Overall, the funding appropriations total around $62 million, highlighting a commitment to enhancing the state's recreational spaces.

Sentiment

The sentiment around HB 1019 appears to be largely supportive among those advocating for enhanced recreational funding and infrastructure. Lawmakers have generally expressed optimism about the positive outcomes that increased funding could generate for outdoor activities and community engagement. However, there may also be underlying concerns regarding the new limitations on park creation and renaming, which could be seen as diminishing local governance and flexibility in managing state parks and recreation areas.

Contention

While the main focus of HB 1019 is on funding and appropriations, the contention lies primarily in the new requirements concerning the establishment and naming of state parks. Opponents may argue that this could lead to bureaucratic delays in responding to community needs and adaptation of parks, while proponents may see it as a necessary measure to ensure consistent and transparent management of state resources. As this bill progresses, it may spark further debate on the balance between state oversight and local decision-making in park management.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

ND SB2014

A transfer from the strategic investment and improvements fund to the clean sustainable energy fund; to provide a deficiency appropriation; to provide for a transfer; to provide an exemption; to provide for a legislative management study; to provide for a legislative management report; to provide for a report; to provide an effective date; and to declare an emergency.

ND SB2002

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

ND HB1002

Public printing and the salary of the secretary of state; to provide for a transfer; and to provide an exemption.

ND HB1006

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

ND HB1013

The salary of the superintendent of public instruction and administrative cost-sharing; to provide for a transfer; to provide a report; to provide an exemption; and to provide an effective date.

ND HB1009

The salary of the agriculture commissioner; to provide for a transfer; to provide for a report; to provide an exemption; and to declare an emergency.

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 SB2010

AN ACT to provide an appropriation for defraying the expenses of the council on the arts; to provide for a transfer; to provide for a report; and to provide an exemption.

ND SB2006

AN ACT to provide an appropriation for defraying the expenses of the North Dakota aeronautics commission; to provide an exemption; and to provide a statement of legislative intent.

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.

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PA HB1330

To provide appropriations from the General Fund for the expenses of certain agencies of the Executive Department for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025.

PA SB160

To provide appropriations from the General Fund for the expenses of the Executive, Legislative and Judicial Departments of the Commonwealth, the public debt and the public schools for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025; to provide appropriations from special funds and accounts to the Executive and Judicial Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and for the payment of bills remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025; to provide for the appropriation of Federal funds to the Executive and Judicial Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and for the payment of bills remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025; and to provide for the additional appropriation of Federal and State funds to the Executive and Legislative Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024.

PA SB280

PA SB1161

To provide appropriations from the General Fund for the expenses of the Executive, Legislative and Judicial Departments of the Commonwealth, the public debt and the public schools for the fiscal year July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026; to provide appropriations from special funds and accounts to the Executive and Judicial Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, and for the payment of bills remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026; to provide for the appropriation of Federal funds to the Executive and Judicial Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, and for the payment of bills remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026; and to provide for the additional appropriation of Federal and State funds to the Executive and Legislative Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025.