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ND SB2327

Bill

Status

Passed

4/27/2011

Primary Sponsor

Dave Weiler

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Origin

Senate

62nd Legislative Assembly

AI Summary

  • Amends North Dakota Century Code section 16.1-10-02 to revise the definition of "political purpose" regarding use of state or political subdivision services and property
  • Expands "political purpose" to include activities using candidate names, office titles, district information, or terms like "incumbent" or "challenger" during 30 days before primary elections and 60 days before special or general elections
  • Exempts activities undertaken in performance of official public office duties and bona fide news stories, commentaries, or editorials from the political purpose definition
  • Permits presentation of factual information about ballot questions solely for voter education purposes if the information does not advocate for or against the ballot measure
  • Passed Senate 46-1 and House 74-20

Legislative Description

The use of state or political subdivision services or property for political purposes; and to provide a penalty.

Last Action

Filed with Secretary Of State 04/27

4/28/2011

Committee Referrals

Government and Veterans Affairs1/25/2011

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