Bill > HB1442

This bill establishes a legislative task force on government efficiency in North Dakota, which will be composed of 10 members including the director of the office of management and budget, the governor's chief operating officer, a statewide elected official, a state resident, and three representatives each from the house and senate. The task force will meet quarterly and have broad responsibilities including reviewing agency budgets and reports, identifying areas for increased efficiency and cost savings, analyzing the effectiveness of existing programs and laws, potentially requesting performance audits, and submitting annual reports to the legislative management with findings and recommendations. Members from state agencies will receive their regular salary, while legislative members will receive per diem compensation. The task force is authorized to operate through July 31, 2031, and is designed to help streamline government operations, reduce unnecessary bureaucracy, and potentially create innovative public-private partnerships to drive economic growth. The bill is declared an emergency measure, which typically means it will take effect immediately upon passage.

Budget and Finance, Business and Industry

https://ndlegis.gov/assembly/69-2025/regular/bill-overview/bo1442.html