Department of Mineral Resource Director Lynn Helms briefed the Industrial Commission on bills active in the legislature that may impact management and regulation of oil and gas operations in the state. [...]Read More... from Lynn Helms Briefs Industrial Commission on Oil Field[...]
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School Resource Officer Pilot Program Floated
Lawmakers are considering a bill that would provide funding for school resource officers in rural districts. In Committee, testimony on the bill by education officials was favorable. [...]Read More... from School Resource Officer Pilot Program Floated
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Legislative Roundup: Bill to Replace Governor’s Residence has Leadership Backing
Should we replace, renovate, or do nothing at all with the Governor’s residence? Legislators will decide. Plus, Monday is the last day to file legislation and it looks like we might see a more bills than last session. [...]Read More... from Legislative[...]
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“Surge” Funding Bill For Oil Impacts Grows To $1.1 Billion
When it comes to funding oil country, it seems like legislators have opted for the both and philosophy as opposed to an either or. More details and commentary from Rob Port at Say Anything Blog. [...]Read More... from “Surge” Funding Bill For[...]
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Got $5 Billion? North Dakota Will by 2017
Admittedly, this story is less about the Legacy Fund and more about what one of our local legislators wants to do with it. KMOT covers Rep. Oley Larsen’s plan to create a savings account for each new-born ND resident. [...]Read More... from[...]
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Property Tax Transparency Bill Goes Down
If you were hoping Ward County might someday soon put property tax records online, you’ll have to call your County Commissioner. The Legislature won’t be compelling counties to do anything. [...]Read More... from Property Tax Transparency Bill Goes Down
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First Income Tax Bill in Committee
There are a number of income tax related bills that are being discussed in the session. Get a good overview of the different proposals from Mike Nowatzki writing for the Dickinson Press. [...]Read More... from First Income Tax Bill in Committee
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Proposed: Only Property Owners Vote in School Bond Elections
The bill is on the table and would likely complicate the election process, but if passed it would allow only property owners to vote in school bond elections. Get the full details and commentary from Say Anything Blog.com [...]Read More... from Proposed:[...]
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Lawmakers and Concealed Weapons?
Yesterday, In committee, Legislator’s heard testimony from a highway patrol lieutenant and others who had concerns about a proposed legislation that would allow lawmakers carry concealed weapons in state buildings. [...]Read More... from Lawmakers and Concealed Weapons?
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Senate Unanimously Passes Immunity For Those Reporting Drug Overdoses
This is one of those rare times when you need to talk to your kids about what’s happening in the state legislature, and it’s not a done deal so contact your Representatives. It grants immunity from prosecution in cases where the individual[...]
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Tougher Penalties for Shyster Contractors?
The bill is in the hands of the Legislators, but it’s the Attorney General who’s asking for the changes. The hope, give the law sharper teeth when it comes to prosecuting contractors who choose to operate on the shady side of the[...]
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Bill Would Allow Attorney General To Fine Repeat Open Records Violators
With all the reports of open meeting violations we’ve seen over the last year, particularly from the State Board of Higher Education, perhaps it is time for the law to have some teeth. [...]Read More... from Bill Would Allow Attorney General To[...]
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N.D. Lawmakers Propose Enhanced Driver’s License for Easier to Canadian Crossings
The newly proposed enhanced drivers license would make it easier to enter Canada and possibly Mexico, Bermuda, and the Carribean. The enhanced license would cost more than a standard license. [...]Read More... from N.D. Lawmakers Propose Enhanced Driver’s[...]
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Legislators Brief Residents on Session – KXNet.com – Bismarck/Minot/Williston/Dickinson-KXNEWS,ND
The Minot Chamber of Commerce and local legislators are working to keep residents informed on the what’s happening during the legislative session. In this segment, Rep. Oley Larson comments on the bill to start a savings account for kids born in North[...]
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North Dakota Political Notebook: Annual sessions, direct checks to residents floated | INFORUM
Two smaller split session, direct payments to residents, and other news from the 2015 session. Get the rundown from Mik Nowatzki. [...]Read More... from North Dakota Political Notebook: Annual sessions, direct checks to residents floated | INFORUM
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Oil Impact Funding On Agenda Today in Bismarck
Representatives from across oil country are converging on Bismarck today as the Legislature begins discussing funding for the cities and counties in the oil impacted parts of the state. [...]Read More... from Oil Impact Funding On Agenda Today in Bismarck