HB1273Introduced in the House
The prohibition of a policy, order, or ordinance that limits free speech.
Introduced by Matthew Heilman, District 7
What does this bill do?
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Official description
A BILL for an Act to create and enact a new section to chapter 54-06 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the prohibition of a policy, order, or ordinance that limits free speech.
Where it stands
Second reading, failed to pass, yeas 20 nays 73
February 6, 2025
How did lawmakers vote?
HouseStage: House Second reading · February 6, 2025
20
Yes
73
No
1
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 | No |
| David Richter | 1 | No |
| Bert Anderson | 2 | No |
| Donald Longmuir | 2 | No |
| Jeff Hoverson | 3 | Yes |
| Lori VanWinkle | 3 | Yes |
| Clayton Fegley | 4 | No |
| Lisa Finley-Deville | 4 | No |
| Scott Louser | 5 | No |
| Jay Fisher | 5 | No |
Bill history
Introduced, first reading, referred to Political Subdivisions
Committee Hearing 04:00 (Political Subdivisions)
Reported back, do not pass, placed on consent calendar 11 0 2
Second reading, failed to pass, yeas 20 nays 73
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