HB1204Introduced in the House
The publication of false information in political advertisements; and to provide a penalty.
Introduced by Mike Schatz, District 39
What does this bill do?
Plain-English breakdown
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Official description
AN ACT to amend and reenact section 16.1-10-04 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the publication of false information in political advertisements; and to provide a penalty.
Where it stands
Filed with Secretary Of State 04/11
April 14, 2025
How did lawmakers vote?
House votes
2 recorded votes · each counted separately
Senate votes
1 recorded vote · each counted separately
HouseStage: House Second reading · April 2, 2025
77
Yes
14
No
3
Absent or Not Voting
94 representatives recorded in this House vote. Colors show vote categories only, not whether a vote was good or bad.
See how each representative voted
| Representative | District | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Patrick Hatlestad | 1 | Yes |
| David Richter | 1 | Yes |
| Bert Anderson | 2 | Yes |
| Donald Longmuir | 2 | Yes |
| Jeff Hoverson | 3 | No |
| Lori VanWinkle | 3 | No |
| Clayton Fegley | 4 | Yes |
| Lisa Finley-Deville | 4 | Absent |
| Scott Louser | 5 | Yes |
| Jay Fisher | 5 | Yes |
Bill history
Introduced, first reading, referred to Political Subdivisions
Committee Hearing 10:00 (Political Subdivisions)
Reported back amended, do pass, amendment placed on calendar 10 2 1
Amendment adopted, placed on calendar
Second reading, passed, yeas 91 nays 0
Received from House
Introduced, first reading, referred to State and Local Government
Committee Hearing 10:15 (State and Local Government)
Reported back, do pass, place on calendar 5 0 1
Laid over one legislative day
Amendment proposed on floor
Amendment adopted
Second reading, passed as amended, yeas 45 nays 1
Returned to House (12)
Concurred
Second reading, passed, yeas 77 nays 14
Signed by President
Signed by Speaker
Sent to Governor
Signed by Governor 04/10
Filed with Secretary Of State 04/11
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