North Dakota lawmakers to review key bills impacting Native American communities
Bills on healthcare, education, criminal justice and tribal tourism will be discussed in upcoming legislative sessions that could affect Native populations.
North Dakota state capitol at the capital city of Bismarck. (Photo credit/ Flicker)
North Dakota lawmakers are reviewing several bills this week that could impact Native American communities, low-income children and individuals with disabilities.
- March 18, 9 a.m. – The Senate Human Services Committee will discuss HB 1567, which aims to expand dental and oral healthcare access for Medicaid recipients. The bill focuses on workforce support to benefit low-income children, Native American children and individuals with disabilities.
- March 19, 2:30 p.m. – The Senate Judiciary Committee will review HB 1549, which proposes changes to the correctional facility grant program, a Native American re-entry program and a housing task force. The bill also aims to enhance criminal justice data collection and amend state laws concerning offenders released from the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation.
- March 20, 9:15 a.m. – The House Appropriations Committee will examine SB 2147, which would expand student financial aid, including dual-credit tuition and Native American scholarships, while supporting workforce development and student loan repayment.
- March 20, 10:30 a.m. – The Senate Agriculture and Veterans Affairs Committee will review HB 1581, which seeks to provide state funding for tribal tourism grants and requires a legislative management report on the program’s impact.
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