Environment
No direct effect
Neutral — no direct effect identified.
Benefits
- No material direct effect identified.
Risks
- No material direct effect identified.
StateNorth DakotaIntroduced
SB 2265: AN ACT to provide an appropriation to the department of veterans' affairs for a veterans' national cemetery grant; to authorize a line of credit; and to provide for a report.
Scott Meyer
SB 2265 status: Introduced — Filed with Secretary Of State 05/02 (updated Jun 11, 2025).
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Confidence
Low
Analysis basis
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Overall Score
68OUT OF 100
Score:68/100 civic fit
Risk:Low Risk
Impact:Moderate Impact 40/100
Constitutionality95%
Bipartisan70%
Public opinion85%
Bill summary
What changes
The bill authorizes state funding and a temporary line of credit for the construction or improvement of a veterans' national cemetery, while mandating project reporting.
Who is affected
The Department of Veterans' Affairs, state treasury officials, and the veteran community residing in North Dakota.
Requirements and enforcement
The department is required to provide a report on the project progress.
Costs and funding
Appropriation amounts and credit terms are not specified in the available abstract.
When it takes effect
Currently under discussion in the Senate.
Potential benefits
Expands burial infrastructure for veterans and establishes formal accountability for the project.
Risks and tradeoffs
Potential for cost overruns and unknown long-term fiscal maintenance requirements.
What is still unknown
Exact dollar amounts for the appropriation, the duration of the line of credit, and the specific site location are not disclosed.
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Impact analysis
✦ AI analysisModeled effects across six domains, estimated from bill text and comparable legislation.
Economy
Positive outlook
60%
Benefits
- Provides essential infrastructure funding
- Authorizes line of credit for financial flexibility
- Supports regional construction activity
Risks
- Increases state fiscal obligations
- Creates potential debt servicing requirements
- Risk of public works cost overruns
Society
Positive outlook
75%
Benefits
- Enhances burial options for veterans
- Provides meaningful state recognition
- Improves quality of life for veteran families
Risks
- Potential geographic access limitations
- Possible community debate over site selection
- Risk of unequal benefit across veteran population
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
70%
Benefits
- Mandates progress reporting
- Ensures legislative oversight of funds
- Promotes transparency in credit usage
Risks
- Reporting requirements may be superficial
- Legislative review may suffer delays
- Limited mandate on milestone detail
Public Health & Safety
No direct effect
Neutral — no direct effect identified.
Benefits
- No material direct effect identified.
Risks
- No material direct effect identified.
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Low
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Lack of detail regarding loan terms and repayment schedules.
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