Bill proposes repeal of North Dakota immigration office amid workforce crisis
North Dakota’s workforce shortage is no secret—job openings far outnumber available workers, and businesses across industries are struggling to keep up. Yet, a new bill aims to eliminate the Office of Legal Immigration, a program designed to help employers navigate the complex process of hiring foreign workers. Supporters of the bill argue that Americans should fill these roles, but with thousands of unfilled jobs, businesses say they can’t afford to wait. At stake isn’t just policy—it’s the ability of North Dakota’s economy to function.
Get the full story from the North Dakota News Cooperative. Bill details are below.
HB 1493
A BILL for an Act to repeal section 54-60-31 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the office of legal immigration.
House Sponsors: Rios (R, District 23), Heilman (R, District 7), Henderson (R, District 15), D. Johnston (R, District 24), Kempenich (R, District 39),
Senate Sponsors: Magrum (R, District 8),
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