Update: With a 70-19 vote, House lawmakers advanced House Bill 1496.

Background: House Bill 1496 would stipulate landlord obligations owed to a tenant, specifically in regards to heat.

Our position: The ACLU of North Dakota supports House Bill 1496. All people, regardless of their circumstances or background, should have safe and stable housing – it’s a human right.

Sponsors

Rep. Foss, Sen. Barta, Sen. Boschee, Sen. Braunberger, Sen. Cory, Rep. Hanson, Rep. Hendrix, Rep. Schneider

Status

Passed House

Session

2025

Bill number

Position

Support