North Dakota Military Legislation & Policies

Latest Status

Licensing Compacts (Licensed Professional Counseling Compact): North Dakota Governor Signed Final Legislation

Demographic Data

State residents include:

6,991 active-duty service members
2,062 active-duty spouses
3,730 active-duty children
5,647 National Guard and reserve members
2,360 National Guard and reserve spouses
4,133 National Guard and reserve children

Data source: DMDC, Dec. 31, 2023.

Michelle Richart

Midwest Regional Liaison

Midwest Region

CO, IA, KS, ND, NE, SD

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Ms. Richart became Midwest region liaison in 2023. Prior to joining the DSLO, she practiced law in the defense, corporate and nonprofit sectors and volunteered in a variety of military family advocacy and policy positions. Ms. Richart is a military spouse and graduate of the Nebraska College of Law.

State-Specific Progress on State Policy Priorities and Sub-Priorities

See the latest status on legislation and policies being advanced in this state on state policy priorities important to military families. Find quick access to this state’s regional liaison, along with demographic data for the military community in this state.

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Medicaid Waivers

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01/01/2018

Allow Service Members to Retain Their Earned Priority for Receiving Medicaid Home and Community-Based Services Waivers Final Legislation

There is no Medicaid services waiting list in the state of North Dakota.

For more information, view the full legislative or policy details.

Child Abuse Identification and Reporting

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Military Spouse Teacher Certification3/3 Sub-priorities passed

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Expediting Applications

03/21/2019SB 2306

02/18/2019SB 2306

04/25/2019

Expediting Applications Final Legislation

Expands and eases Licensure obtainment for Military members and spouses including Teacher license and many other occupations and professions.

For more information, view the full legislative or policy details.

Temporary Licensing

03/21/2019SB 2306

02/18/2019SB 2306

04/25/2019

Temporary Licensing Final Legislation

Expands and eases Licensure obtainment for Military members and spouses including Teacher license and many other occupations and professions.

For more information, view the full legislative or policy details.

Improving Endorsements

03/21/2019SB 2306

02/18/2019SB 2306

04/25/2019

Improving Endorsements Final Legislation

Expands and eases Licensure obtainment for Military members and spouses including Teacher license and many other occupations and professions.

For more information, view the full legislative or policy details.

Veteran Hiring Protection

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Purple Star Schools Program

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08/02/2021

Purple Star Schools Program Final Legislation

North Dakota meets the criteria for the purple star program.

For more information, view the full legislative or policy details.

Service Member Licensure and Credit

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Advance Enrollment

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In-State Tuition Continuity

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01/15/2021HB 1107

03/31/2021HB 1107

04/12/2021

In-State Tuition Continuity Final Legislation

Governor signs in state tuition bill for all military families regardless of "residency status" and location of sponsor.

For more information, view the full legislative or policy details.

Virtual School Enrollment

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03/07/2023HB 1132

01/20/2023HB 1132

03/15/2023

Virtual School Enrollment Final Legislation

Relating to virtual instruction of military-connected students; and to amend and reenact section 15.1-20-02 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to compulsory school attendance

For more information, view the full legislative or policy details.

Pro Bono Representation

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State Response to Military Interpersonal Violence1/3 Sub-priorities passed

SUB-PRIORITIES

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Recognize MPOs

Increase Peace Officer Responsibilities

Allow Virtual Appearance or Provide Victim Travel Funds

12/01/2022

Allow Virtual Appearance or Provide Victim Travel Funds Final Legislation

This rule allows the civil and criminal courts to receive testimony by reliable electronic means.

For more information, view the full legislative or policy details.

Ask the Question Campaign

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01/14/2015

Ask the Question Campaign Final Legislation

Strengthening an accessible, seamless network of support for Service Members, Veterans, Families, and Survivors. A joint coalition of state services, Resources include Housing/Food, Family/Relationships, Wellness, VSO's, Suicide Prevention, Employment, Caregiver, Benefits, Outreach Program, Transportation, Legal Assistance, Training/Education, and Health Care.

For more information, view the full legislative or policy details.

Remote Driver's License and Vehicle Registration Renewal1/2 Sub-priorities passed

SUB-PRIORITIES

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Driver's License

Vehicle Registration

01/01/2020

Vehicle Registration Final Legislation

North Dakota allows remote renewal of vehicle registrations for all individuals.

For more information, view the full legislative or policy details.

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