The proposed bill mandates the Department of Emergency Services in North Dakota to conduct a comprehensive threat assessment regarding foreign adversaries. This assessment will identify vulnerable sectors and industries, evaluate existing investments for compliance with laws, and propose mitigation strategies to enhance the state's ability to manage foreign adversarial influence. The bill emphasizes the importance of understanding not just land acquisition but also strategic investments and partnerships that may pose risks to the state.

By July 1, 2026, the department is required to produce a detailed report outlining its findings, which will include an analysis of threats, identification of critical risks, and sector-specific recommendations for reducing vulnerabilities. Additionally, the report will propose the establishment of a state intelligence unit for ongoing monitoring of foreign adversary threats. The findings will be presented to the legislative management by September 1, 2026, and will remain confidential, exempt from public records under chapter 44-04.