Scored 7/10 on whether it helps or hurts everyday people.
The Fertility Care Bill
New fertility care rights bill introduced in North Dakota
Fertility health care treatment rights; and to provide a penalty.
Good for everyday people ·
The bill would give people the right to get fertility treatments and set penalties for anyone who blocks those services.
Our take
What we think, in plain words.
If passed, patients could more easily access IVF or other fertility help, and doctors who refuse could face fines, so families may get more support now.
Take action
Add your name. At 100 signatures we compile this petition and deliver it to the office — and every signer gets a message to send their own representatives.
0 of 100 in‑district signatures
Step 1 · Pick your position
Step 2 · Add your name
Sign in to oppose this billPicking a side above doesn't sign anything yet — a free account records your name on the petition and keeps it one signature per person. We'll bring you straight back here with your choice saved.
The facts
What the bill actually says, no spin.
- Bill proposes a new chapter on fertility health care treatment rights.
- It would create penalties for violating those rights.
- It was introduced in early 2025 and has not yet passed.
- It has bipartisan sponsors from both the House and Senate.
How they voted
The actual floor vote, and who broke from their own party.
Want to see how your representatives voted on this? Find your reps →
- Keith Kempenich (R): voted for it, crossing most Republicans
- Bob Martinson (R): voted for it, crossing most Republicans
- Patrick Hatlestad (R): voted for it, crossing most Republicans
- Michael Brandenburg (R): voted for it, crossing most Republicans
- Jon Nelson (R): voted for it, crossing most Republicans
- Dick Anderson (R): voted for it, crossing most Republicans
- Cynthia Schreiber-Beck (R): voted for it, crossing most Republicans
- Bernie Satrom (R): voted for it, crossing most Republicans
In the news
Scanning the news for this bill…
Headlines gathered from across the news, starting points to explore, not endorsements. Always read the official text before acting.
Sources
Read it yourself: the official bill and records.
This bill is in the North Dakota Bill Book 2026
The best and worst North Dakota bills of 2026, one page each — our take on the left, the bill on the right, and room for your notes. No email needed.
Get the free PDF →