The bill amends section 54-03-01.14 of the North Dakota Century Code, which governs the structure of legislative districts in the state. It establishes that each legislative district will have one senator and two representatives, with one representative elected from each subdistrict. Additionally, it mandates that representatives from subdistricts must be qualified electors in their respective areas on the election day. The bill also simplifies the composition of District 9, now encompassing all of Rolette County without previous subdivisions, and removes specific references to Districts 9 and 9A, streamlining the legislative district structure.

Furthermore, the bill introduces new legal language that delineates the boundaries of various districts, particularly in Cass, Towner, Ramsey, Benson, Eddy, and Grand Forks counties. It adds several townships to the district configurations while excluding others, such as specific townships from Districts 14 and 15. The bill also clarifies the boundaries for Districts 22 through 47, providing detailed descriptions based on geographic landmarks and ensuring accurate representation. Importantly, it includes a provision that the changes will not affect the terms of any Legislative Assembly members elected in 2024, facilitating a smooth transition to the newly defined districts.

Statutes affected:
INTRODUCED: 54-03-01.14