The North Dakota Senate convened on April 29, 2025, to address several key legislative items, including conference committee reports and final votes on various bills. The session began with the adoption of the Committee on Corrections and Revisions report, followed by a motion from Senator Klein to appoint a committee to collaborate with the House on House Bill 1005, which was approved without opposition.

Governor Kelly Armstrong communicated a veto of Senate Bill 2160, which was noted during the session. The Senate then moved to consider reports from select committees, starting with House Bill 1448. Senator Bartha, chair of the conference committee, recommended rejecting amendments to the bill, which aims to establish an advanced technology review committee and grant program. The Senate adopted the report unanimously.

Next, the Senate addressed House Bill 1524, which pertains to regional councils. Senator Dwyer reported that the House accepted the Senate's amendments, leading to the bill's passage. The Senate then considered Senate Bill 2019, which focuses on funding for career and technical education. Senator Shibley detailed the budget adjustments made during the conference committee, including a total of $303 million for new and expanding programs. The bill passed with unanimous support.

Following this, the Senate reviewed Senate Bill 2390, which establishes a rural catalyst grant program aimed at supporting rural communities. Senator Dwyer explained the changes made to the bill, including a reduction in funding from $30 million to $2.5 million, while still emphasizing its potential benefits for rural areas. The Senate adopted the report and subsequently passed the bill with a vote of 42 in favor and 5 against.

The session concluded with Senator Klein requesting to move to the seventeenth order for announcements, indicating the Senate's ongoing legislative activities and preparations for future discussions. Overall, the session was marked by collaborative efforts to address key issues affecting technology, education, and rural development in North Dakota.