A memorial resolution for deceased members of the House of Representatives of North Dakota.
House Memorial Resolution 7001 is a commemorative resolution honoring deceased former members of the North Dakota House of Representatives. It lists 23 former legislators who died between 2023 and 2025, identifies the districts they represented and the legislative assemblies in which they served, and recognizes their public service to the state. The resolution expresses sorrow for their passing and appreciation for their “loyal and devoted service” on behalf of the people of North Dakota.
The resolution also directs that the memorial be printed in the House Journal and that enrolled copies be delivered by the Secretary of State to the surviving families of the deceased representatives. As a memorial resolution, it does not create or amend substantive law, but instead serves as an official legislative tribute and record of remembrance.
HMR 7001 has no regulatory or fiscal effect and does not amend the North Dakota Century Code or affect agency operations. Its legal effect is ceremonial: it places the House’s condolences and recognition into the official journal and authorizes transmission of enrolled copies to the families of the deceased members. The resolution primarily affects the House of Representatives, the Secretary of State, and the surviving families of the honored legislators.
The sentiment surrounding the resolution is uniformly respectful and mournful. The text itself reflects gratitude for the former members’ service and a desire to preserve their memory, and memorial resolutions of this kind are typically noncontroversial. No committee debate, recorded votes, or opposing views were provided, suggesting broad or unanimous support and a routine passage through the memorial resolutions process.
There is no substantive policy contention in the bill because it is a memorial resolution rather than legislation affecting rights, duties, or spending. The only potentially notable issue is the scope of the memorial: it includes a large group of former House members spanning many decades, which may require careful verification of names, districts, and dates for accuracy. Otherwise, the measure is a formal expression of respect and does not appear to have any partisan or policy dispute.