The North Dakota Legislature's conference committee on House Bill 1218 made significant strides during their meeting on April 17, 2025, culminating in the approval of an amended version of the bill. The committee, led by Chairman Haggart, began by addressing previous amendments and swiftly moved to reconsider and adopt the updated amendment 2,006.

Senator Kessel expressed confidence in the changes, stating, "I do not see anything else that needs to be done. I think all parties are in agreement." This sentiment was echoed by committee members as they unanimously voted in favor of the amendment, signaling a collaborative effort to refine the legislation.

Following the successful amendment, the committee proceeded to vote on the bill itself. With a motion for a due pass on the amended version, the committee again showed strong support, with all members voting in favor. The process, while requiring careful navigation of procedural details, demonstrated a commitment to ensuring the bill was in its best form before moving forward.

As the meeting concluded, the committee members expressed appreciation for the collaborative effort, with Chairman Haggart noting, "We've got it in a good place." The committee then voted to dissolve, marking the end of their work on House Bill 1218, which is now set to advance in the legislative process.