A clerical error by Governor Kelly Armstrong’s office has created an unusual legal tangle over a line-item veto—and whether lawmakers need to return to Bismarck to fix it. The veto message made clear Armstrong only meant to cut a small grant, but[...]
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Governor vetoes parts of funding project for ND State Fair, no impacts to this year’s event
A funding request for restroom upgrades at the North Dakota State Fairgrounds just got flushed—at least for now. Governor Kelly Armstrong vetoed the $350,000 line item, calling it a case of legislative logrolling tacked onto an unrelated bill. Fair organizers say the[...]
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North Dakota governor unintentionally vetoes $35 million for housing programs
Gov. Kelly Armstrong announced Thursday that he accidentally vetoed part of a bill that set aside $35 million for a state housing development fund. Senate Bill 2014 is the budget for the North Dakota Industrial Commission. On Monday, Armstrong announced two line-item[...]
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Gov. Armstrong: For North Dakotans, property tax relief a big win during 2025 session
Having served six years in the North Dakota Senate and another six years in Congress, I can say from experience it’s rare to work on tax policy that helps those who need the most relief first, while also providing the greatest relief[...]
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Governor Armstrong Signs Bill Making Oct. 1 North Dakota Constitution Day
On May 1st, in a bill signing ceremony that coincided with Law Day, the national commemoration celebrating the rule of law, Governor Kelly Armstrong signed House Bill 1479 designating October 1 as North Dakota Constitution Day. The bill states: To commemorate the[...]
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Property Tax Bill Signing Puts a Cap on Legislative Session
North Dakota just locked in one of the most significant property tax reforms in state history. With bipartisan support and backing from Gov. Kelly Armstrong, House Bill 1176 boosts homeowner relief and reins in local budget growth, offering lasting savings funded by[...]
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It’s Officially Drinking Water Week in North Dakota
Whether it’s flowing from the kitchen tap or powering firefighting efforts, safe drinking water is something many take for granted—until it’s not there. This week, North Dakota is joining a nationwide effort to honor the people and systems that keep clean water[...]
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Deal reached on property tax relief
North Dakota lawmakers have struck a deal on property tax relief—and this time, it’s significant. House Bill 1176, now headed to Governor Kelly Armstrong, boosts the primary residence credit from $500 to as much as $1,600. It also removes the requirement for[...]
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North Dakota governor greenlights blackout license plates
North Dakota drivers will soon have a new way to stand out on the road — and help fund highways while they’re at it. Gov. Kelly Armstrong has signed off on blackout license plates, featuring a sleek black background with white lettering.[...]
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Armstrong signs package of bills designed to support recovery and reentry, reduce recidivism
North Dakota is taking a more practical approach to public safety with a new package of laws aimed at helping people successfully reenter society after incarceration. Signed by Gov. Kelly Armstrong, the three bipartisan-backed bills shift focus from simply building more prison[...]
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Lawmakers Fail to Override Vetoes on School Choice and Library Content Bills
Two high-profile vetoes from Governor Kelly Armstrong will stand after North Dakota lawmakers failed to gather enough votes to override them. Efforts to revive a plan for education savings accounts and to impose stricter content screening in schools and public libraries both[...]
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Armstrong Signs bill requiring phone-free K-12 public schools in ND
Governor Kelly Armstrong signed House Bill 1160 into law, requiring North Dakota’s K-12 public schools to implement “bell-to-bell” phone-free policies starting August 1. The new law mandates that personal electronic devices be securely stowed and inaccessible during the school day, while allowing[...]
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North Dakota Gov. Kelly Armstrong vetoes controversial library bill
Governor Kelly Armstrong has vetoed a bill that would have required public and school libraries to move certain books out of reach of minors. Senate Bill 2307 aimed to expand an existing 2023 law by applying similar restrictions to school libraries and[...]
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North Dakota governor signs bill preventing Game and Fish from instituting baiting bans
The debate of North Dakota’s deer baiting regulation is over. Governor Kelly Armstrong has signed a bill that removes the Game and Fish Department’s authority to ban the practice, ending a contentious chapter that pitted property rights against wildlife disease control. Supporters,[...]
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North Dakota governor signs bill banning approval, ranked choice voting in elections
North Dakota Governor Kelly Armstrong has signed a bill banning ranked-choice and approval voting across the state, ending the use of alternative voting systems in all elections. Supporters say the move will ensure consistency and protect trust in the electoral process. The[...]
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Gov. Armstrong signs 2 bills affecting North Dakota political communications, advertising
In a political age shaped by deepfakes and disinformation, North Dakota lawmakers are drawing a line. Two new laws, signed by Governor Kelly Armstrong, aim to bring clarity—and accountability—to modern campaigning. One requires bold disclaimers on political content generated with AI. The[...]