This bill proposes the repeal of section 12.1-20-17 of the North Dakota Century Code, which pertains to the willful transfer of body fluid containing the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). By removing this section, the bill effectively eliminates the legal provisions that address the intentional transmission of HIV through bodily fluids.

The repeal signifies a shift in the legal approach to handling cases related to the transmission of HIV, potentially reflecting changes in public health policy or societal attitudes towards individuals living with the virus. The bill does not introduce any new legal language or amendments to existing laws, focusing solely on the removal of the specified section.

Statutes affected:
INTRODUCED: 12.1-20-17
Enrollment: 12.1-20-17