North Dakota · 69th Legislative Assembly (2025-26) · Bill

HB 1486: A BILL for an Act to create and enact a new section to chapter 49-04.1 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the installation of smart meters; and to amend and reenact section 49-04.1-01 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to unauthorized metering.

In committee Last action February 18, 2025: Second reading, failed to pass, yeas 28 nays 60

Plain-language summary

HB 1486 is a bill introduced in the North Dakota House on January 20, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: A BILL for an Act to create and enact a new section to chapter 49-04.1 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the installation of smart meters; and to amend and reenact section 49-04.1-01 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to unauthorized metering. Primary sponsor: Dan Johnston (Republican). It lists 2 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (February 18, 2025): Second reading, failed to pass, yeas 28 nays 60.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Dan Johnston (Republican). 2 co-sponsors.