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StateNorth DakotaIntroduced
HB 1363: AN ACT to create and enact a new section to chapter 15.1-02 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to cardiac emergency response plans for public and nonpublic schools and athletic events.
Lisa Meier
HB 1363 status: Introduced — Filed with Secretary Of State 05/02 (updated Jun 11, 2025).
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What this bill does
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Overall Score
73OUT OF 100
Score:73/100 civic fit
Risk:Low Risk
Impact:Moderate Impact 60/100
Constitutionality95%
Bipartisan70%
Public opinion90%
Bill summary
What changes
The bill requires public and nonpublic schools to adopt and maintain formal cardiac emergency response plans for school activities and athletic events.
Who is affected
Public and nonpublic K-12 school districts and staff.
Requirements and enforcement
Development of a cardiac response plan, which typically implies training and equipment protocols, though exact mandates are not in the summary.
Costs and funding
Implied costs related to professional development, training, and potential purchase or maintenance of AED equipment.
When it takes effect
Filed with the Secretary of State; implementation timeline pending specific effective dates.
Potential benefits
Significant improvement in emergency preparedness and the potential for improved outcomes during cardiac events on school property.
Risks and tradeoffs
Potential for an unfunded mandate placing strain on small or underfunded school districts.
What is still unknown
Specific operational requirements (e.g., whether AEDs must be purchased) and the level of state funding support for the mandated plans.
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Impact analysis
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Economy
Critical outlook
40%
Benefits
- Standardized safety compliance requirements.
- Reduction in long-term liability costs.
- Predictable regulatory environment for school districts.
Risks
- Unfunded mandate potential for school budgets.
- Costs associated with mandatory staff training.
- Expenditures for necessary cardiac response equipment.
Society
Positive outlook
85%
Benefits
- Enhanced safety for students in schools.
- Increased protection for attendees at athletic events.
- Standardized safety protocols across the state.
Risks
- Potential for uneven enforcement across districts.
- Disparities in resources between schools.
- Increased workload for administrative staff.
Technology Industry
No direct effect
Neutral — no direct effect identified.
Benefits
- No material direct effect identified.
Risks
- No material direct effect identified.
Civic Accountability
Positive outlook
75%
Benefits
- Establishes a transparent framework for safety.
- Requires schools to document emergency procedures.
- Facilitates oversight of school safety readiness.
Risks
- Potential for performative or superficial compliance.
- Lack of clarity on state-level oversight mechanisms.
- Administrative reporting burden on schools.
Public Health & Safety
Positive outlook
90%
Benefits
- Directly improves response times for cardiac arrests.
- Increases the likelihood of life-saving interventions.
- Standardizes AED and CPR usage training.
Risks
- Dependency on equipment availability and maintenance.
- Potential for staff training skill fade.
- Risk of inadequate plan maintenance over time.
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Implementation success depends heavily on school funding and equipment maintenance.
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- GovernorUpcoming
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