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North Dakota Senate Bill SB2264
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North Dakota 2025-2026 Regular Session

North Dakota Senate Bill SB2264

Introduced
1/20/25  
Refer
1/20/25  

Caption

A BILL for an Act to amend and reenact subsection 1 of section 12.1-23-09, sections 14-02-07, 14-03-01, 14-03-08, 14-05-06, 14-05-18, 14-07-01, 14-07-03, 14-07-04, 14-07-06, 14-07-07, 14-07-08, 14-07-12, 14-07-13, and 14-07-14, subsection 9 of section 14-12.2-28, subsection 4 of section 14-14.1-30, sections 14-15-03, 14-15-20, 14-18-05, 14-18-08, and 20.1-03-06, subsections 8, 28, and 31 of section 20.1-03-12, section 30.1-10-02, subdivision b of subsection 1 of section 30.1-10-04, sections 35-01-04, 47-18-04, 47-18-05, 47-18-14, and 50-25.1-10, subsection 4 of section 54-52.4-02, subsection 2 of section 57-38-31, subsection 5 of section 57-40.3-04, section 57-40.3-07, and subsection 3 of section 57-40.5-03 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the definition of marriage and the recognition of marital relationships.

Impact

The alterations proposed in SB2264 will have a considerable impact on state laws related to marriage, adoption, and property rights. For instance, it amends sections concerning the obligations of spouses to one another, and how properties are jointly managed and transferred between married individuals. Furthermore, the redefinition of marriage will allow for greater recognition of different familial structures, potentially impacting legal interpretations of spousal rights, responsibilities, and protections under North Dakota law.

Summary

Senate Bill 2264 focuses on amending the North Dakota Century Code to redefine the definition of marriage and how marital relationships are recognized. The bill sees significant amendments to existing provisions related to marriages, including the explicit definition of a spouse as two individuals married to each other, replacing gendered terms that previously defined marriage strictly as between a man and a woman. This amendment aligns the state's legal framework with broader understandings of marriage in contemporary contexts, reflecting changes in societal norms.

Contention

Notable points of contention may arise from this bill as it attempts to shift traditional definitions and establish a more inclusive understanding of marriage. Opponents may argue that these changes could lead to confusion in legal proceedings or challenge long-held views about the sanctity of marriage. Supporters, on the other hand, emphasize the importance of inclusivity and the need for all forms of legal partnerships to have the same legal protections and responsibilities, marking a significant shift in the legislative landscape of North Dakota.

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Previously Filed As

ND SB2264

A BILL for an Act to amend and reenact subsection 1 of section 12.1-23-09, sections 14-02-07, 14-03-01, 14-03-08, 14-05-06, 14-05-18, 14-07-01, 14-07-03, 14-07-04, 14-07-06, 14-07-07, 14-07-08, 14-07-12, 14-07-13, and 14-07-14, subsection 9 of section 14-12.2-28, subsection 4 of section 14-14.1-30, sections 14-15-03, 14-15-20, 14-18-05, 14-18-08, and 20.1-03-06, subsections 8, 28, and 31 of section 20.1-03-12, section 30.1-10-02, subdivision b of subsection 1 of section 30.1-10-04, sections 35-01-04, 47-18-04, 47-18-05, 47-18-14, and 50-25.1-10, subsection 4 of section 54-52.4-02, subsection 2 of section 57-38-31, subsection 5 of section 57-40.3-04, section 57-40.3-07, and subsection 3 of section 57-40.5-03 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the definition of marriage and the recognition of marital relationships.

ND HB1489

Sexual assault restraining orders and domestic violence protection orders; to provide a penalty; and to provide an effective date.

ND HB1489

AN ACT to create and enact chapter 14-07.7 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to civil protection orders; to amend and reenact sections 11-15-32 and 12-60-23, subsection 2 of section 12.1-17-13, section 14-05-23, subsection 4 of section 14-07.1-01, sections 14-07.1-02.1 and 14-07.1-11, subsection 1 of section 14-07.1-14, section 14-07.1-19, subdivision a of subsection 1 of section 14-07.6-01, subdivision b of subsection 1 of section 15.1-09-33.4, sections 16.1-02-07 and 29-01-15, subdivision g of subsection 1 of section 29-06-15, and subdivision a of subsection 2 of section 47-16-17.1 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to restraining orders and protection orders; to repeal sections 12.1-31-01.2, 12.1-31.2-01, 14-07.1-02, 14-07.1-03, 14-07.1-03.1, 14-07.1-04, 14-07.1-05, 14-07.1-05.1, 14-07.1-06, 14-07.1-07, and 14-07.1-08 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to sexual assault restraining orders and domestic violence protection orders; to provide a penalty; and to provide an effective date.

ND HB1079

The renaming of divisions within the department of emergency services.

ND HB1079

AN ACT to amend and reenact subdivision c of subsection 3 of section 12.1-31.2-02, subsection 1 of section 20.1-06-07, sections 37-17.1-02.1 and 37-17.1-06, subsections 1 and 4 of section 37-17.1-07, subsections 1, 2, and 5 of section 37-17.1-07.1, subsections 2 and 3 of section 37-17.1-11, sections 37-17.1-14, 37-17.1-14.1, 37-17.1-15, and 37-17.1-22, subsection 3 of section 37-17.1-28, section 37-17.3-01, subsection 1 of section 37-17.3-02.2, section 37-17.3-08, subdivision c of subsection 2 of section 39-01-01, sections 39-03-13.2 and 54-12-22, subsection 2 of section 54-12-32, subsection 1 of section 57-40.6-12, subsection 3 of section 61-16.2-03, and section 65-06-01 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the renaming of divisions within the department of emergency services.

ND HB1488

Abortion restrictions.

ND HB1488

A BILL for an Act to create and enact sections 14-02.1-04.3, 14-02.1-04.4, and 14-02.1-04.5 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the creation of an abortion approval committee, a framework for abortion, and an emergency medical exception; to amend and reenact sections 12.1-19.1-03, 14-02.1-02, 14-02.1-02.1, 14-02.1-02.2, and 14-02.1-03, subsection 1 of section 14-02.1-03.1, sections 14-02.1-05, 14-02.1-07, 14-02.1-08, 14-02.1-09, and 14-10-15, and subsection 3 of section 14-10-19 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to abortion procedures, consent, and reporting requirements; and to repeal sections 14-02.1-03.4, 14-02.1-03.5, and 14-02.1-04 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to abortion restrictions.

ND HB1165

Election notices and municipal voter registration.

ND HB1165

AN ACT to amend and reenact section 4.1-20-16, subsection 1 of section 4.1-20-18, section 16.1-01-00.1, subsection 1 of section 16.1-01-09, section 16.1-01-15.1, subsection 3 of section 16.1-05-01, section 16.1-06-02, subdivision g of subsection 1 of section 16.1-06-04, section 16.1-07-07, subsection 4 of section 16.1-07-08, section 16.1-07-09, subsection 3 of section 16.1-07-21, section 16.1-07-24, subsection 2 of section 16.1-07-26, sections 16.1-11-27 and 16.1-11.1-04, subsection 1 of section 16.1-11.1-07, subsection 3 of section 16.1-12-02.2, and subsection 2 of section 16.1-13-05 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to absentee ballots, election practices and administration; and to repeal sections 16.1-07-30 and 40-21-10 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to election notices and municipal voter registration.

ND SB2214

The insurance commissioner assuming the duties of the securities commissioner; to provide for a transfer; to provide an effective date; and to declare an emergency.

Similar Bills

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