This bill proposes the creation of a new section in chapter 37-01 of the North Dakota Century Code that prohibits the deployment of the North Dakota National Guard into active duty combat unless there is an official declaration of war by the U.S. Congress or specific actions taken by Congress to call forth the National Guard for certain purposes. The bill defines "active duty combat" and "official declaration of war," outlining the conditions under which the National Guard can be mobilized for combat situations.

Additionally, the bill mandates that the governor must take necessary actions to comply with this new provision, while also clarifying that it does not restrict the governor's ability to consent to the National Guard's deployment for civil support missions within the U.S. and its territories. The bill is designated as an emergency measure, indicating its urgent nature.