North Dakota Legislature considers moving to annual sessions with bipartisan support
The North Dakota Legislature is considering a proposal to switch to annual legislative sessions, a change that has been debated nearly every year. This year, House Bill 1408 has received support from key committees and passed the House with a vote of 64-26. If it passes the Senate and receives the governor’s signature, it will become law.
Supporters argue that annual sessions are necessary due to term limits and would increase legislative involvement and efficiency. However, opponents believe annual sessions could make the government larger and disrupt the idea of a “citizen Legislature.”
Over the years, there have been multiple attempts to move to annual sessions, but no bill has made it to the governor’s desk. This year’s proposal, sponsored by Rep. Landon Bahl, has bipartisan support and stands a good chance of passing, with increased flexibility to tailor the change to fit the needs of the Legislature.
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