HB1609Introduced in the House
Admission to the bar examination through an apprenticeship program developed, established, and implemented by the supreme court.
Introduced by Lori VanWinkle, District 3
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 27-11 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to admission to the bar examination through an apprenticeship program developed, established, and implemented by the supreme court.
Where it stands
Second reading, failed to pass, yeas 20 nays 70
February 25, 2025
How did lawmakers vote?
HouseStage: House Second reading · February 25, 2025
20
Yes
70
No
3
Absent or Not Voting
93 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 Judiciary
Committee Hearing 10:30 (Judiciary)
Reported back amended, do not pass, amendment placed on calendar 9 4 1
Amendment adopted, placed on calendar
Second reading, failed to pass, yeas 20 nays 70
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