The North Dakota House of Representatives has passed House Bill 1470 with a vote of 64-25-5, advancing it to the Senate for consideration. This legislation proposes adjustments to various hunting, fishing, and related activity fees within the state. Key changes outlined in[...]
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Student athlete eligibility changes likely even as bill fails on North Dakota House floor
North Dakota lawmakers sent a clear message on high school sports transfers: Change is coming, but not through legislation—yet. A bill to lift the one-year waiting period for student-athletes switching schools failed, but pressure on the state’s activities association remains. With families[...]
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North Dakota House votes to raise gas tax to fund roads and bridges
North Dakota’s rural roads are wearing down, and lawmakers are debating how to pay for repairs. The House passed a 3% gas tax increase to create a new road fund, directing most of the money to counties without oil revenue. Supporters say[...]
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Senate votes to make posting legal notice of meetings easier; newspaper industry objects
Public notices help keep government transparent—but where should they appear? The North Dakota Senate narrowly passed a bill allowing state agencies to hold meetings even if a required newspaper notice isn’t published, as long as it’s posted on the Secretary of State’s[...]
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Bill increasing financial reporting for public officials advances in North Dakota House
North Dakota lawmakers are pushing for more transparency from public officials. The House passed a bill requiring annual statements of interest, expanding financial disclosure rules and making statewide filings available online. Supporters say it simplifies the process and helps the public track[...]
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North Dakota Rep. Christy of Fargo dies at 43
Rep. Josh Christy, who served North Dakota’s District 27 with dedication since 2022, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday. Michael Achterling with the North Dakota Monitor has the full story. [...]Read More... from North Dakota Rep. Christy of Fargo dies at 43
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North Dakota lawmakers reject voter registration bill
North Dakota will remain the only state without voter registration after lawmakers overwhelmingly rejected a proposal to reinstate it. House Bill 1287, which would have required voters to register online or in person, failed in the House with a decisive 75-15 vote.[...]
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In Iceland, Fuel Tax To Be Replaced With Mileage Tax
Iceland is making a fundamental shift in how it taxes road use. The longstanding fuel tax will be replaced with a kilometre-based road tax, ensuring that all vehicles—electric, hybrid, and fuel-powered—pay based on distance driven. The government says this change is necessary[...]
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Should Charitable Gaming Fund Political Activity? Introduced Bill Would Allow It
Political campaigns fueled by gambling proceeds? That’s the debate sparked by Rep. Jared Hendrix’s new bill, which would classify political organizations as “public-spirited,” making them eligible for charitable gaming funds. Critics, including nonprofit leaders, worry this could erode public trust in charitable[...]
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Lawmakers challenged on multiple values bills at legislatives forum
Frustration over values-based legislation took center stage at Minot’s legislative forum last Saturday, where Kalyn Dewitt protested bills she sees as blurring the line between religion and government. Dressed in a costume from The Handmaid’s Tale, she spoke out against measures like[...]
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‘Absolutely concerning’: More CWD-killed elk found at second Wyoming feed ground (and why it matters in North Dakota)
> Elk in Wyoming’s feedgrounds are facing a crisis that’s been years in the making. Chronic wasting disease (CWD), long feared but until recently hypothetical in these densely packed wintering grounds, is now a growing reality. Prions—nearly indestructible infectious agents—are accumulating in[...]
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North Dakota House passes ban on ranked choice, approval voting in state elections
North Dakota lawmakers are once again stepping in to override Fargo’s approach to elections. The House has passed a bill banning ranked choice and approval voting statewide, putting Fargo’s voter-approved system on the chopping block. Supporters of the ban argue that elections[...]
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Port: The attack on Prairie Public’s funding is political discrimination
“It’s one thing to defund a public broadcaster based on fiscal considerations. It’s quite another to defund it based on political content. Prairie Public doesn’t have a right to public funds; they do have a First Amendment right not to be discriminated[...]
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Bill seeks to strengthen tribal consultation on North Dakota legislation
North Dakota lawmakers are pushing for stronger communication between the state and tribal nations. House Bill 1455 would require the Indian Affairs Commission to alert tribal leaders about legislation that could impact Native communities before it passes. Supporters say too many laws—like[...]
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Chaos reigns in Montana in a Divided Republican Senate as Moderates Team Up With Democrats
Moderates in Montana’s state Senate made headlines during a late-night session by asserting control over key proceedings, signaling frustration with the Republican leadership’s pace. This coalition of 18 minority Democrats and nine Republicans pushed through 20 motions to advance stalled legislation, despite[...]
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Resolution would remove North Dakota governor’s ability to appoint judges, justices
Who should decide who sits on North Dakota’s highest courts—the governor or an independent commission? That’s the question behind House Concurrent Resolution 3021, a proposal that would strip the governor of judicial appointment power and reshape the state’s legal system. Supporters, like[...]