HRMS presented comp‑ratio and wage comparisons showing North Dakota state pay close to but generally below private-market benchmarks and reported turnover down to about 11%; HRMS said health insurance ranked first in the 2024 and 2022 employee surveys and recommended careful consideration before changing family-paid employer coverage.

The Committee of the Whole recommended House Concurrent Resolution 2,003 'do pass' after floor debate. Supporters called it a ballot question to protect women's sports; opponents urged deference to athletic associations and said the Legislature should prioritize affordability and other constituent concerns.