Bill > SB2319

This bill directs the Legislative Management to conduct a comprehensive study during the 2025-26 interim period regarding periodically reconvened sessions of the North Dakota Legislative Assembly. The proposed study would explore the potential implementation of monthly legislative sessions, specifically examining a model where the assembly would reconvene for three consecutive days (Friday, Saturday, and Sunday) each month, excluding December, with an additional allowance of up to seven consecutive days annually. The study is intended to evaluate different approaches to periodic legislative sessions and consider potential adjustments to the timing of organizational and orientation meetings. The Legislative Management will be required to prepare a detailed report of their findings and recommendations, including any necessary draft legislation, to be presented to the seventieth legislative assembly. This study represents an exploratory effort to potentially modify the current legislative session structure, potentially allowing for more frequent and flexible legislative engagement throughout the interim period.

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https://ndlegis.gov/assembly/69-2025/regular/bill-overview/bo2319.html