North Dakota · 69th Legislative Assembly (2025-26) · Bill
HB 1607: A BILL for an Act to create and enact a new chapter to title 15.1 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the establishment of the educational empowerment account for authorized educational expenses; and to amend and reenact section 15.1-20-02 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to compulsory attendance exceptions.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 1607 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 chapter to title 15.1 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the establishment of the educational empowerment account for authorized educational expenses; and to amend and reenact section 15.1-20-02 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to compulsory attendance exceptions. Primary sponsor: Matt Heilman (Republican). It lists 3 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (February 13, 2025): Second reading, failed to pass, yeas 16 nays 71.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Relating to the establishment of the educational empowerment account for authorized educational expenses; and to amend and reenact section 15.1‑20‑02 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to compulsory attendance exceptions.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 4
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matt Heilman | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 7 |
| Jeff Magrum | Co-sponsor | Republican | Senate | 8 |
| SuAnn Olson | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 8 |
| Lori VanWinkle | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 3 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Second reading, failed to pass, yeas 16 nays 71
- Laid over two legislative days
- Reported back, do not pass, placed on calendar 7 6 1
- Committee Hearing 08:30
- Introduced, first reading, referred Education Committee