This bill amends various sections of the North Dakota Century Code to clarify the powers and procedures for home rule counties and cities, particularly in relation to election laws and the requirements for nominating petitions in park districts. Key changes include the insertion of language that allows home rule charters and ordinances to override conflicting state laws, with the exception of election-related matters, which remain subject to state law. The bill also mandates that copies of new charters be filed with the secretary of state and local officials, ensuring these documents are part of the permanent records.

Additionally, the bill outlines the powers of home rule counties and cities, including the authority to levy taxes and manage finances, while emphasizing that any election-related ordinances must comply with state law. It specifically amends Section 40-49-07 regarding the election and qualifications of park commissioners, requiring members to be qualified electors of the city and elected by the park district's qualified electors. The bill further allows the board of park commissioners to collaborate with the city governing body on election-related matters and permits the board to adopt the same signature threshold for nominating petitions as set by the city governing board.

Statutes affected:
INTRODUCED: 11-09.1-04, 40-05.1-05
Prepared by the Legislative Council staff for Representative Kasper: 11-09.1-04, 11-09.1-05, 40-05.1-05, 40-05.1-06
FIRST ENGROSSMENT: 11-09.1-04, 11-09.1-05, 40-05.1-05, 40-05.1-06
Prepared by the Legislative Council staff for Senator Roers: 11-09.1-04, 11-09.1-05, 40-05.1-05, 40-05.1-06, 40-49-07
Enrollment: 11-09.1-04, 11-09.1-05, 40-05.1-05, 40-05.1-06, 40-49-07