Bill > HB1029

This bill amends the powers and duties of the North Dakota Capitol Grounds Planning Commission by expanding its oversight and reporting capabilities. The commission will now have authority to approve or disapprove not only the exterior construction of buildings and monuments on the capitol grounds, but also their physical and aesthetic features of public interior areas. The bill adds a new provision allowing the commission to receive reports on new facility construction and remodeling projects exceeding five million dollars, with specific exceptions for facilities under the state board of higher education and the national guard. The commission maintains its existing responsibilities, such as conferring with the state arts council on artistic elements, developing long-term capitol grounds plans, and having exclusive authority to accept or reject gifts for exterior placement and improvements. The commission must continue to be consulted on major interior changes, furniture installations, and provide advice to the office of management and budget and legislative council on the aesthetic features of non-public interior areas. These modifications aim to enhance the commission's role in maintaining the aesthetic and functional integrity of the state capitol grounds.

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https://ndlegis.gov/assembly/69-2025/regular/bill-overview/bo1029.html