The bill amends sections 11-09.1-04 and 40-05.1-05 of the North Dakota Century Code, focusing on the authority of home rule counties and cities in relation to state laws. It establishes that any ordinance enacted by a county or city under a home rule charter that conflicts with state law is considered void. The amendments remove previous language that allowed home rule charters and their ordinances to supersede conflicting state laws, emphasizing that such conflicts render the local ordinances invalid.

Additionally, the bill clarifies the filing requirements for ratified charters, mandating that copies be submitted to the secretary of state and relevant local officials. The courts are required to take judicial notice of the new charters upon their filing. Overall, the changes aim to reinforce the supremacy of state law over local ordinances in home rule jurisdictions.

Statutes affected:
INTRODUCED: 11-09.1-04, 40-05.1-05