This concurrent resolution proposes an amendment to Article XI of the North Dakota Constitution to establish a minimum wage of $9.25 per hour for all employees. Additionally, it mandates an annual cost of living adjustment to the minimum wage starting January 1, 2027, ensuring that the wage keeps pace with inflation. The adjustment will be based on the percentage increase in the consumer price index for urban consumers, with any increase rounded up to the nearest five cents. Importantly, the resolution stipulates that the minimum wage cannot be decreased.

The proposed amendment will be submitted to the qualified voters of North Dakota during the general election in 2026. To ensure transparency, the Secretary of State is required to publish the adjusted minimum wage rate on its website by October 15 each year, detailing the rate that will take effect on January 1 of the following year. This resolution aims to provide fair compensation for workers while also adapting to economic changes over time.