ND POLITICS
Lawmakers say three bills will address many landowner problems in west 
Landowners and mineral producers should be able to settle their disputes easier with three bills Republican lawmakers say will create a benchmark for other states to look to when it comes to oil and gas development.
By TJ Jerke , April 08, 2013
Heitkamp steps out in favor of gay marriage; Hoeven, Cramer maintain traditional marriage positions
North Dakota’s freshman Democratic Sen. Heidi Heitkamp said Friday she supports marriage equality for same-sex partners, making her the highest-profile elected official in the state to back gay marriage.
By Dave Olson , April 06, 2013
ND House passes animal cruelty measure
The House voted 90-1 Wednesday to make animal cruelty a felony. Senators endorsed the measure in February that would have created some felony penalties for cruelty, abandonment and neglect.
By Associated Press , April 04, 2013
Veto of home rule charter to affect jail timeline
Burleigh County's sheriff says Gov. Jack Dalrymple's veto of a bill that would allow special elections on home rule charters will change the timeline for a new jail.
By Associated Press , April 04, 2013
ND Senate committee supports Medicaid expansion
The North Dakota Senate Appropriations Committee has given a "do pass' recommendation to expand Medicaid to cover more uninsured residents of the state. The committee voted 7-6 on Wednesday.
By Associated Press , April 04, 2013
Grand Forks men on opposite sides of N.D. abortion debate come together to create discussion
They are two Grand Forks men on opposite ends of the abortion issue, but Gary Hangsleben, 67, and Roland Riemers, 69, say they came together to create an opportunity for open discussion.
By Brandi Jewett , April 03, 2013
Voter ID bill passed in N.D. Senate
Senate lawmakers Wednesday passed House Bill 1332 by a 30-16 vote, which will eliminate the voter affidavit process that allows a voter to cast a ballot without proof of eligibility.
By TJ Jerke , April 03, 2013
Committee removes NDSU amendment from anti-abortion bill
A small group of lawmakers quickly removed an amendment Tuesday morning from an anti-abortion bill that would have prevented state agencies from contracting with an individual or organization that advocates the practice of abortion.
By TJ Jerke , April 02, 2013
North Dakota House kills DUI bill
The North Dakota House has killed one of two bills aimed at toughening DUI penalties in the wake of high-profile fatal crashes, including one last summer near Jamestown.
By Dave Olson , March 29, 2013
Cramer’s apology not accepted; Spirit Lake Tribal Council denounces remarks by congressman
The Spirit Lake Tribal Council issued a statement Friday harshly criticizing comments attributed earlier this week to Rep. Kevin Cramer, R-N.D., regarding the protection of women and children on the reservation, including that he reportedly wanted to “(w)ring the Tribal Council’s neck and slam them against the wall.”
By Chuck Haga , March 29, 2013
- Melissa Merrick
- Spirit Lake Tribe logo
- Rep. Kevin Cramer
- Letter from Melissa Merrick to Rep. Cramer
- Statement from Spirit Lake Tribal Council
- Guidelines explaining changes in the Violence Against Women Act
- Rep. Cramer disputes account of 'tirade' during meeting with American Indians, but apologizes for tone
Rep. Cramer disputes account of 'tirade' during meeting with American Indians, but apologizes for tone
Rep. Kevin Cramer told a gathering of victim-assistance professionals from the state’s American Indian reservations in Bismarck on Tuesday that he would not feel “safe” on reservations because of new provisions in the Violence Against Women Act, according to one official who was present.
By Chuck Haga , March 28, 2013
ND Senate refuses to lift bottle rocket sale ban
North Dakota's Senate has shot down a measure to allow bottle rocket sales in the state. The Senate voted 29-17 on Tuesday to keep the 4-year-old ban in place.
By Associated Press , March 27, 2013
Heitkamp to NYC mayor: Butt out
Sen. Heidi Heitkamp, D-N.D., responded sharply today to New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg’s TV ad campaign targeting senators who may be reluctant to support pending gun control legislation.
By Chuck Haga , March 26, 2013
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