Attempt to Turn Away Millions for Schools Rejected

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The Senate voted down a bill today that would have refused federal funding for schools if there were any federal mandate attached. In other words, basically all federal dollars would be rejected. The misguided SB 2180 was sponsored by Senator Oley Larsen of Minot and newly elected Senator Janne Myrdal from District 10. Thankfully common sense prevailed, […]

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Senator Picks on Low-Income Families

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As we’ve seen in other states, North Dakota is now debating whether or not to mandate drug testing people on temporary assistance (TANF) to determine eligibility. The bill was introduced by Senator Tom Campbell to the Senate Human Services Committee. On Tuesday, the committee recommended a “Do Pass” by a vote of 4-3. Senate Bill […]

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ND Bill Introduced To Justify Homicide

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I’ve heard and read a lot from people asking how crazy can the North Dakota Legislature get during this session. Well, it appears some newly elected members are taking that as a challenge. Late last night I received a copy of Senate Bill 2315, “relating to the use of deadly force.” People are already beginning to […]

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Kiefert Again Pushes For Guns in Schools

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  Rep. Dwight Kiefert out of Valley City is at it again and pushing for more guns in schools. Kiefert is serving in his third legislative session. Out of the total of six bills he has introduced since 2013, three of them have related to guns in schools. Perhaps he has renewed his efforts following […]

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Representative Believes Answer to Workforce Shortage is Simple: Have More Babies

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A persistent challenge facing both families and employers in North Dakota is the cost of childcare. When the cost is too great, families are forced to decide whether it is more cost effective for one of the parents to stay home and watch their child. As a result, families lose income and employers lose a […]

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