ND POLITICS
Cramer speech linking abortion, school shootings draws national attention
A commencement speech by U.S. Rep. Kevin Cramer this month linking legalized abortion with school shootings has attracted the attention of an Internet media outlet. Cramer’s speech was highlighted in a Huffington Post article published Thursday.
By TJ Jerke , May 16, 2013
Holmberg gets top legislative role 
Sen. Ray Holmberg, R-Grand Forks, was elected earlier this week to chair Legislative Management, the committee that acts for the Legislature in between sessions.
By Herald Staff Report , May 08, 2013
MATTERS AT HAND:: An ugly session in N.D., but we’re grateful
Regarding the North Dakota Legislature’s 2013 session, blessedly adjourned in the wee hours of the weekend: Remember that it’s good to be grateful.
By Mike Jacobs , May 05, 2013
North Dakota GOP calls session greatest ever; Democrats lament ‘squandered opportunities’
In the early morning hours Saturday after North Dakota lawmakers wrapped up the longest-ever legislative session, Republicans praised the session as the greatest in history while Democrats said it was full of “squandered opportunities.”
By Amy Dalrymple , May 04, 2013
Tax relief tops $850 million as N.D. Legislature wraps up in wee hours
North Dakota legislators wrapped up their work after 4 a.m. today, setting a record for the longest session in modern history and approving an unprecedented $850 million-plus in property tax relief.
By Amy Dalrymple , May 04, 2013
N.D. Legislature: K-12, college budgets still awaiting action on the last day
After starting the day with the House defeating a bill that would have increased funding for K-12 schools and provided about $714 million in property tax relief, the final day of the North Dakota Legislature is dragging on.
By Forum News Service , May 03, 2013
80-day North Dakota Legislature marks record
North Dakota's Legislature has marked its longest session in modern state history.
By Associated Press , May 03, 2013
N.D. House kills K-12 funding, property tax relief bill on second try
Reversing a vote from Thursday, House lawmakers today defeated Gov. Jack Dalrymple’s proposal to increase state aid to K-12 school districts while providing about $714 million in property tax relief.
By TJ Jerke , May 03, 2013
80-day North Dakota Legislature marks record
North Dakota's Legislature has marked its longest session in modern state history. Friday is Day 80. That eclipses the 2009 session when lawmakers met for 79 days.
By Associated Press , May 03, 2013
North Dakota Senate rejects tax cut measure
North Dakota's Senate has killed a bill that contained more than $350 million in individual and corporate income tax cuts. Senators defeated the bill 35-12 on Tuesday. North Dakota's House overwhelmingly passed the measure Monday by a 75-15 vote.
By Associated Press , April 30, 2013
Tougher DUI laws signed into law in North Dakota
With three families who have lost loved ones in the past year standing behind him, North Dakota Gov. Jack Dalrymple signed a law Monday he says a clear message: “Driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs is a very serious offense and will not be tolerated.”
By TJ Jerke , April 30, 2013
Gov. Dalrymple signs tougher ND DUI laws
Gov. Jack Dalrymple signed legislation Monday aimed at strengthening penalties for drunken driving in North Dakota. The Legislature last week endorsed the bill that increases fines and other penalties.
By Associated Press , April 29, 2013
Heitkamp saddened by former governor's death
North Dakota Sen. Heidi Heitkamp is among the state's politicians mourning the death of former Gov. William Guy. Heitkamp issued a statement from her verified Twitter account Friday, saying she was saddened by the news.
By Associated Press , April 26, 2013
ND lawmakers OK bill to strengthen DUI penalties
The Senate unanimously approved the bill Thursday. The House approved the bill 69-23 on Wednesday. The measure now goes to Gov. Jack Dalrymple.
By Associated Press , April 25, 2013
Bill makes animal cruelty a felony in North Dakota
North Dakota's House endorsed the measure 80-12 on Wednesday. The Senate passed the bill earlier. It now heads to Gov. Jack Dalrymple for his signature.
By Associated Press , April 24, 2013
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