The North Dakota House Education Committee convened on February 18, 2025, to discuss several legislative matters, including the progress of various bills and procedural motions. The meeting, which lasted from 8:54 AM to 10:44 AM, was marked by discussions on House Bill 1527, which addresses anti-Semitism and Holocaust education.
The committee confirmed that House Bill 1527 passed with a vote of 8 to 3, with Representative Ward designated as the bill's carrier. Following this, Representative Holloman raised a motion for both a majority and minority report on House Bill 1470. The committee clarified that a specific motion was necessary for this process, which had not been completed in the previous meeting.
The committee members discussed the need to assign carriers for both reports, with Representative Holloman taking the majority report and Representative Hoke assigned to the minority report. The procedural details were confirmed, including the requirement for signatures on the respective reports to facilitate the legislative process.
Additionally, the committee reviewed the status of other bills, including House Bill 1542, which pertains to the confidentiality of student admissions. Representative Marshall confirmed the bill's due pass status with a vote of 13 to 1.
As the meeting concluded, the committee members were informed that they would reconvene on March 5, 2025, to continue their work on pending Senate bills and other legislative matters. The chair emphasized the importance of staying updated on schedules and communications as the legislative session progresses. The meeting wrapped up with no further questions or bills pending discussion, marking a productive session for the House Education Committee.