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This bill creates a new requirement for the director of the Indian Affairs Commission to review all introduced legislation during each legislative session to identify bills that have tribal implications. If a bill is determined to have tribal implications, the director must consult directly with the chairpersons of each North Dakota tribal nation. The bill defines "consult" as an interactive and proactive process of seeking input from tribal governments and genuinely considering their perspectives as an integral part of decision-making. "Matters with tribal implications" are specifically defined as legislative measures that substantially and directly affect one or more tribal nations within the state or that impact the power and responsibility distribution between the state and tribal governments. This bill aims to enhance tribal government involvement in the state legislative process by ensuring meaningful consultation and input on legislation that could significantly affect tribal communities.

Government Affairs, Justice

https://ndlegis.gov/assembly/69-2025/regular/bill-overview/bo1455.html