The resolution directs the Legislative Management to explore the potential benefits of allowing legislators in North Dakota to hire personal legislative staff. This initiative is prompted by the anticipated turnover due to term limits, emphasizing the need for adequate support for current and future legislators to fulfill their responsibilities effectively. The resolution highlights that personal staff could enhance legislators' ability to plan, prioritize, and delegate tasks, ultimately increasing productivity and better serving the citizens of the state.
Furthermore, the resolution calls for a comprehensive study that includes an examination of how other states have implemented similar staffing options. The Legislative Management is tasked with reporting its findings and any necessary legislative recommendations to the Seventieth Legislative Assembly, ensuring that the insights gained can inform future decisions regarding personal legislative staff.