The bill amends section 14-09.1-07 of the North Dakota Century Code, which pertains to mediation agreements. It requires the mediator to prepare a written summary of any agreement reached by the parties, replacing the previous requirement to "reduce to writing" the agreement. Additionally, the mediator is now tasked with advising the court whether an agreement was reached, rather than presenting the agreement to the court for approval.

Furthermore, the bill removes the stipulation that the agreement is not binding until approved by the court, indicating a shift in how mediation agreements are treated in terms of enforceability. The language regarding informing parties of their right to review the agreement with counsel before signing has also been deleted, streamlining the process for finalizing mediation agreements.

Statutes affected:
PREFILED: 14-09.1-07
Adopted by the House Judiciary Committee: 14-09.1-07
FIRST ENGROSSMENT: 14-09.1-07
Enrollment: 14-09.1-07
INTRODUCED: 14-09.1-07