North Dakota House Bill HCR3019

North Dakota 2025-2026 Regular Session

• Introduced: 1/30/25
• Refer: 1/30/25
• Report Pass: 2/13/25
• Engrossed: 2/18/25
• Refer: 2/18/25
• Report Pass: 3/13/25
• Enrolled: 3/18/25
• Passed: 3/20/25

Caption

A concurrent resolution congratulating Donald J. Trump on his inauguration as President of the United States.

Summary

House Concurrent Resolution 3019 is a ceremonial resolution expressing the North Dakota Legislative Assembly’s congratulations to Donald J. Trump on his inauguration as President of the United States. The resolution recites that Trump was duly elected as the 47th President, notes his victory in North Dakota, references the July and September 2024 assassination attempts, and states support for his stated priorities and conservative principles. The resolution also specifically endorses Trump’s border and immigration enforcement policies, describing them as important to national sovereignty, public safety, and the rule of law. It directs the Secretary of State to transmit copies of the resolution to President Trump, Vice President J.D. Vance, and North Dakota’s congressional delegation.

Impact

HCR 3019 does not change North Dakota statutory law, create new regulatory requirements, or appropriate funds. Its effect is symbolic and political: it formally records the Legislature’s congratulations and support for the incoming president and communicates that position to federal officials. The only operational action required is the delivery of the resolution by the Secretary of State.

Sentiment

The overall sentiment in the available record is strongly supportive of Donald Trump and his inauguration. The House adopted the resolution on second reading by a wide margin, 79-11, indicating substantial but not unanimous support. The text itself is highly affirmative, praising Trump’s leadership, conservative principles, and border policies.

Contention

The main point of contention appears to be the political nature of the resolution itself, especially its explicit endorsement of Trump and his immigration and border agenda. The 11 opposing votes suggest some members objected to the resolution’s partisan tone or to using legislative time for a congratulatory measure tied to a national political figure. No committee debate is available, so the specific objections are not documented in the provided record.