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Committee members said the amendment narrows the bill to refund only background‑check fees rather than all application or processing fees, extends the time to supply proof from seven days to 14 days and makes the tenant’s request the trigger for the landlord’s obligation.

Representative Grimrick said he was skeptical of the bill but could support changes: “I really I really don't like this bill, but I would be in support of it if a person, they did not rent to and then it was then they needed to provide, but to provide within 7 days to everybody to provide proof that they did a background check. I think it's a little too harsh.”

Representative Casper pressed for more time to allow landlords and third‑party vendors to deliver records, suggesting extension of the deadline and alternative delivery methods (mail, email or personal delivery).

Representative Shower, who supported narrowing the refund to background‑check fees, said a receipt or an email from the third‑party vendor could serve as proof: “There should be some proof that you actually did the background check, there should be a receipt of some sorts, but it should be be specific to the background check.”

Representative Koppelman moved the committee amendment that: replace seven days with 14 days; limit refunds to fees paid for the purpose of the background check; and require the landlord to furnish proof “if requested.” The amendment was adopted by voice vote. Koppelman then moved a “do pass as amended”; the motion was seconded by Representative Ruby and the committee approved the bill as amended. Diane called the roll and members recorded their votes; Representative Bale agreed to carry the bill to the floor.

Nut graf: The committee’s changes narrow the bill’s financial impact on landlords and add a tenant‑initiated request mechanism while setting a 14‑day window for proof of a completed criminal background check. Supporters said those changes protect applicants who may have been denied while limiting refunds to fees actually charged for background checks.

The committee record shows several practical concerns raised during debate: third‑party vendors’ billing cycles can delay receipts, landlords with small portfolios often use informal vetting methods, and proof can be supplied by an emailed receipt rather than full reports. Representative Volmer noted testimony that third‑party billing sometimes takes longer than 14 days, but members said an emailed receipt should satisfy the requirement in most cases.

Ending: The bill advances to the full floor with Representative Bale listed as the floor carrier. The committee did not set additional implementation details within the bill language; questions about enforcement and formats for proof were left to future rule‑making or administrative guidance.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","House Industry, Business and Labor Mon, Feb 17, 2025 10:00 AM-12:00 PM","oneSentenceSummary","The Industry, Business and Labor Committee voted to advance House Bill 13‑95 as amended, requiring a landlord who performs a criminal background check to furnish proof of the completed check to a prospective tenant within 14 days if requested and to refund fees charged specifically for the background check when proof is not timely provided.","taxTitle","Industry, Business and Labor, House of Representatives, Legislative, North Dakota","taxId",28894,"location","North Dakota","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":77,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":78,"_41":79,"_43":80,"_45":81,"_47":82,"_49":83,"_51":84,"_53":85,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":86,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":87,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6326908,"Committee adopts amendments setting dental insurer minimum loss ratio at 75% and delays effective date to 2027",1800,1488000,3288000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2323602-951c8baf540afe7fc23376d58370f403&start=1488&end=3288","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2323602-951c8baf540afe7fc23376d58370f403/thumbnail_1488000.jpg","/articles/6326908/North-Dakota/Committee-adopts-amendments-setting-dental-insurer-minimum-loss-ratio-at-75-and-delays-effective-date-to-2027","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6326908-49666dec0ecdf5e4ae5fa6644aeb0fae/orig.mp4?Expires=1771158277&Signature=j4HBM7Up5zn2JXlR4OFwslcw1FLSwv0ggAe~FWLjDv2GXudscIJXKHzrP81AWZW9FzvqOxrD~zfO5~7JLW05DFT6NpDgHylIfH8o6-2ywhtEbgaHzThy9wM3s~Iio6Jzo4brL70oWW8cfIWpxnBE91hfQUoodsNls3qiP1i90HoOJInvlDtMVT-e67S2N26QxV8kCjCA6R8HExzI3iDxcuMB87Nh8kwOez7Z5Q3FXH8TqgIZWy1gLJ6pDt8KR~wuZuyIAG-oRJ2No5aWN~JJ~a4PYFvQPyuRN7SW6Zi5dWmTRzFMafcWk-HhA2iyzIqJjFEP80ecWGXMnZgEzj2dag__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Industry, Business and Labor Committee adopted amendments to House Bill 14‑81 that change the proposed dental medical loss ratio (MLR) requirements and add implementation detail. The committee replaced an 83 percent figure in the draft with a 75 percent MLR for dental insurers, added an exemption for carriers covering 1,000 lives or fewer on a cumulative three‑year average, and set an effective date of Jan. 1, 2027.

Representative Casper introduced the amendment, saying the effective date would allow the Insurance Department time to implement changes and that carriers with limited enrollment should be exempt. Casper said the change to a 75 percent MLR was supported by data showing the two largest carriers already had aggregate loss ratios above that threshold.

Crystal Bartuska of the North Dakota Insurance Department told committee members the department requested several of the drafting changes and supported a delayed effective date. “The amendments that Representative Casper have, was the request of us,” Bartuska said, adding that much of the bill duplicated existing rate‑approval code and that the remaining changes concern MLR concepts and reporting.

Committee members pressed the department on operational issues: whether the department could identify carriers with fewer than 1,000 covered lives, how the department would treat year‑to‑year enrollment fluctuations, and what staff or actuarial resources would be needed for implementation. Bartuska said carriers know their enrollment totals and suggested a multi‑year average would provide needed flexibility; she also said the department has one in‑house health actuary and would likely use outside actuarial support and rule‑making to implement the statute.

Representative Koppelman proposed language adding a three‑year average for the 1,000‑lives threshold and stamping the effective date as Jan. 1, 2027. That amendment was moved and adopted. Representative Koppelman later moved a do‑pass as amended; Representative Compliment (as recorded) seconded and the committee approved the bill as amended. Diane called the roll and recorded the committee’s vote; the committee chose Representative Greenberg as floor carrier.

Nut graf: The amendment narrows and times the policy change: insurers with smaller blocks of business will be exempt, the MLR threshold is set at 75 percent, and the delayed effective date gives the Insurance Department time to design reporting forms and, if necessary, administrative rules.

Members debated the policy rationale. Some members said the change provides transparency and could restore consumer confidence in dental insurance by ensuring a higher share of premium dollars is paid for direct dental care rather than overhead. Others cautioned that the dental market is a limited‑benefit product space with different pricing dynamics and questioned whether state MLR standards are the right tool.

Ending: The bill advances to the floor with Representative Greenberg listed as the committee carrier. The Insurance Department indicated additional rule‑making, reporting formats and potential outside actuarial assistance will be needed for implementation; the bill as amended leaves those operational details to the department.","The Industry, Business and Labor Committee adopted amendments to House Bill 14‑81 that set a dental medical loss ratio at 75 percent, exempt carriers with 1,000 or fewer covered lives on a three‑year average, and delay the effective date to Jan. 1, 2027.",{"_33":89,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":90,"_41":91,"_43":92,"_45":93,"_47":94,"_49":95,"_51":96,"_53":97,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":98,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":99,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6326903,"Committee recommends do not pass on several bills; committee records motions and floor carriers",335,4036000,4371000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2323602-951c8baf540afe7fc23376d58370f403&start=4036&end=4371","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2323602-951c8baf540afe7fc23376d58370f403/thumbnail_4036000.jpg","/articles/6326903/North-Dakota/Committee-recommends-do-not-pass-on-several-bills-committee-records-motions-and-floor-carriers","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6326903-572cf0e2f971d444174d4347619fa5db/orig.mp4?Expires=1771158277&Signature=jDOvO2BUg9Xcla9LoV-fP1EwG7JqbHa3La6aLaPHOy8KXX-DpeNqtglNmf6IqQz7FNjVBosKsaFliDckwCTJGbWws0zHCRSkU1veULlPJgoVpnEJnkUuzM8cK5vLhahaDOW7TK55YbVVb5Vs6ueX3tYq2nJmoMmPyk4I9yTkPRNTUsMjyi5~DezFQeKVy-4oxMZjCWKg19cB3K1puHWlcAm03OdyCBpmdiViULcUPVKoSquOSBhOwtCq1C98abm7kJd~Zw5YqHVW6YqSJNQseA9tDNQ0lUVCbgs0ILPFdtM7QQKx4R6Gcvv2198yQ6d96Hj048ceulyQO64qnkdigg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Industry, Business and Labor Committee made several short procedural decisions during the session and recorded motions for committee recommendation to the floor.

House Bill 14‑93 (rescind Office of Legal Immigration): A member moved a do‑not‑pass recommendation; the motion was seconded and the committee debated whether the program was too new to terminate. Vice Chairman Osterly urged giving the program more time and metrics to evaluate; other members noted overlap with existing agencies. The committee recorded a majority vote in favor of the do‑not‑pass recommendation and designated a member to carry the bill to the floor.

House Bill 14‑86 (smart meters): The committee considered legislation addressing smart meters and alternatives. Members said utilities are working to accommodate customers with concerns about smart meters and that mandating a change in technology would be onerous. A motion for do not pass was made and seconded; the committee voted to recommend do not pass.

Nut graf: Several items received limited debate and were handled with motions for committee recommendation rather than extended amendments. The committee recorded the outcomes, then recessed to continue work on remaining bills.

Ending: The committee recorded votes and identified floor carriers for bills being advanced or recommended against; where roll‑call tallies and some absences were noted on the record, the transcript lists counts but the committee’s formal roll sheet will provide the official tally.","The Industry, Business and Labor Committee recorded do‑not‑pass recommendations and other procedural outcomes on several bills during the session, including a do‑not‑pass on legislation to rescind the Office of Legal Immigration and a do‑not‑pass on a smart‑meter restriction bill. The committee also assigned floor carriers for several bills.","actionData","errors"]

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Committee backs amendment requiring landlords to furnish proof of criminal background checks within 14 days

Committee adopts amendments setting dental insurer minimum loss ratio at 75% and delays effective date to 2027

Committee recommends do not pass on several bills; committee records motions and floor carriers