A routine bill to fund Montana’s arts grants turned into a bitter fight this session, and not everyone made it through unscathed. Lawmakers sent the measure to Governor Gianforte—but without restoring awards stripped from dozens of organizations that didn’t testify at a[...]
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North Dakota House passes Department of Commerce budget after debate over amendments
After two days of heated debate, the North Dakota House passed the Department of Commerce budget last Thursday with a 61-31 vote. Lawmakers clashed over late additions, including funding for drones, the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library, and a $75 million development fund[...]
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Federal judges pause US Education Department enforcement of DEI ban
Two federal judges have thrown a wrench into the Trump administration’s efforts to ban diversity, equity, and inclusion practices in schools. In separate rulings, judges in Maryland and New Hampshire halted enforcement of a controversial policy that threatened federal funding for schools[...]
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Forget Growth for Growth’s Sake—Langley, B.C. Residents Want to Know What Pays (and why it matters in Minot)
Where does a city really make its money—and where does it quietly bleed it away? In Langley, British Columbia, residents took that question seriously and built a value-per-acre map to find out. Inspired by national nonprofit Strong Towns, the map breaks down[...]
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City reviews $955M in capital improvements
Minot’s to-do list for the next five years is long—and expensive. At the center of the city’s proposed $955 million Capital Improvement Plan is a $6.37 million move to relocate Fire Station One to the growing south side, where coverage is falling[...]
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North Dakota lawmakers look to add $1 million to state budget for anti-abortion campaign
A North Dakota legislative committee this week recommended adding $1 million in the budget bill for the Office of Management and Budget for a “life education committee” to teach people about abortion alternatives. The amendment was brought by Sen. Janne Myrdal, R-Edinburg.[...]
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Texas school district sees efficiency gains with e-procurement (and why it might matter in Minot)
As school districts across Texas face hard choices and budget shortfalls, Arlington ISD is rewriting the playbook on financial stewardship. With 54,000 students and 76 campuses, they’ve traded paper bids and lost-in-the-mail contracts for a digital system that finds lower prices, tracks[...]
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North Dakota legislators debate price tag of bill targeting state library content
A new proposal at the North Dakota Legislature is stirring up debate over who pays when state rules land in local libraries. Senate Bill 2307 would require school and public libraries to move “offensively sexual” materials out of easy reach of minors[...]
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Bill requiring Legacy Fund disclosure website sees support in North Dakota Legislature
North Dakotans may soon get a clearer view of where their $12 billion Legacy Fund is invested. A bill passed unanimously by the Senate would create a dedicated website listing the fund’s holdings—an effort to make public information more accessible and transparent.[...]
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North Dakota House kills attorney general’s truth-in-sentencing bill
Should time served mean time locked up—or time spent preparing to reenter society? That was the heart of North Dakota’s most debated bill this session. Senate Bill 2128, backed by Attorney General Drew Wrigley, sought stricter prison terms for violent and serious[...]
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States ordered by U.S. Education Department to certify school DEI ban or lose funds
The U.S. Department of Education is turning up the pressure on states, giving them just 10 days to certify that every K-12 school complies with a federal directive limiting diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) practices. At stake: continued federal funding. The order[...]
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Port: Just pass the Armstrong property tax plan already
A rare thing is happening in North Dakota politics: a big property tax relief bill is moving forward with real momentum. HB1176 would deliver meaningful savings to homeowners, renters, and seniors—while putting a cap on how much local governments can raise taxes.[...]
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Directors Cut: North Dakota Oil Activity Dips Slightly but Remains Above Forecast
Each month, North Dakota Mineral Resources Director Nathan Anderson and Pipeline Authority Director Justin Kringstad release the “Director’s Cut,” offering a detailed look at the state’s oil and gas sector. The March 2025 update, covering January data, shows production dipped slightly but[...]
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North Dakota Senate vote allows funding for public broadcasting, but no guarantee
State funding for Prairie Public Broadcasting remains uncertain after the North Dakota Senate rejected a bill banning public dollars for the network. While the vote spared Prairie Public from an outright funding ban, some lawmakers still want to cut its support through[...]
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North Dakota revenue growth slowing amid drop in oil prices
North Dakota lawmakers are working with a tighter budget forecast, adjusting for lower projected oil prices and economic uncertainty tied to trade policies. The latest revenue estimate anticipates $5.07 billion in general fund revenues for 2025-27, down $105 million from January’s forecast.[...]
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Senate committee hears bill mandating gold, silver investments by North Dakota treasurer
As concerns over inflation and national debt grow, North Dakota lawmakers are weighing a proposal to invest a portion of the state’s treasury in gold and silver. Supporters argue that precious metals provide a hedge against the weakening dollar, following the lead[...]