SENATE
Senate Bill 2326...don't drink the Kool-Aid!
It is a good thing I don't live in Bismarck. Heaven only knows how much time I would spend at the Capitol frothing at the mouth while trying to convey to legislators the idiocy of some of the things t...
Posted on 2/17/13 at 12:22 PM
Hoffarth re-appointed to second term on the North Dakota State Board of Higher Education
The North Dakota University System Staff Senate has re-appointed Janice Hoffarth, an administrative assistant in the University of North Dakota Department of Music, to serve as staff advisor to the ...
Posted on 1/18/13 at 5:38 PM
NDSU provides legislative bill tracking service
The NDSU Information Technology Division has launched an updated version of its web-based system for monitoring bills that are being addressed by the North Dakota Legislature. The Legislative Bill Tr...
Posted on 12/23/10 at 9:42 AM
Sen Ray Holmberg
Sen Holmberg passed a bill (Senate Bill 2488) in 1993 that would discourage false reports of child abuse in divorce and child custody cases. All court costs would be paid by parent (often the mother) ...
Posted on 7/22/09 at 5:45 AM
Good news for Stuart, or is it?
The good news: The Associated Press is reporting that the Minnesota Surpreme Court has ruled on who should be declared a winner in its still-in-progress Senate race. That winner is Al Franken, but to ...
Posted on 6/30/09 at 10:30 AM
Boost for background checks: Senators compromise
WASHINGTON (AP) — Conservative senators from both parties announced their support for expanding background checks for gun buyers Wednesday, giving a burst of momentum to supporters of stronger restrictions. But big questions remain about whether President Barack Obama can push significant gun controls through Congress.By Alan Fram , April 11, 2013
DUI bill clears Senate
BISMARCK — Penalties for drunk driving may soon be ramped up. The Senate on Wednesday unanimously passed House Bill 1302, which significantly enhances the penalties, provides funding for education on the effects of binge drinking and incentivizes sobriety, said Sen. Kelly Armstrong, R-Dickinson.By TJ Jerke , April 11, 2013
Portion of ND oil taxes used for conservation fund
BISMARCK — North Dakota's Senate has endorsed a measure that would set aside a portion of the state's oil and gas production tax to a wildlife conservation fund.April 05, 2013
Bill changing grand jury petitions passes in state Senate
BISMARCK — More signatures may soon be required to petition a grand jury to hear allegations of wrongdoing against a public official.By TJ Jerke , April 05, 2013
Voter ID bill passes Senate with changes
BISMARCK -- North Dakota voters may have to present identification before they can cast a ballot at the next election.By TJ Jerke , April 04, 2013
State Medicaid expansion bill sent to Senate for vote
BISMARCK — Lawmakers on two Senate committees recommended passing the proposed Medicaid expansion program that would provide insurance coverage to an estimated 20,000 North Dakotans who are currently living without.By TJ Jerke , April 04, 2013
Crusader against animal cruelty says bill is too weak
BISMARCK — Kristie Skunberg said Wednesday the amended version of the Legislature’s animal cruelty bill is too weak and fails to address creating penalties that fit the crimes against animals.By TJ Jerke , April 04, 2013
North Dakota lawmakers bemoan watered-down drunk driving bill
BISMARCK — Rep. Ed Gruchalla said the state needs to take a big step when it comes to cracking down on drinking and driving because “people don’t pay attention to baby steps.”By TJ Jerke , April 03, 2013
House committee removes 'Grande Amendment' from anti-abortion bill
By TJ Jerke , April 03, 2013
ND Senate shoots down guns in school measure
BISMARCK — Senate lawmakers said Thursday that concealed weapons should not be allowed in schools, but they are welcome in churches.March 28, 2013
SD Sen. Tim Johnson retirement opens door for GOP
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. — The anticipated retirement announcement from South Dakota Sen. Tim Johnson gives Republicans one of their best chances of picking up a seat in their quest to regain control, as the veteran moderate Democrat steps aside.By CHET BROKAW , March 26, 2013
Hoeven says diversion project set for Senate floor
FARGO — North Dakota Sen. John Hoeven says he expects a funding bill that includes a Red River flood diversion project to reach the Senate floor in April or May.March 25, 2013
The Byrd's Nest: Bill to limit crash report info a dangerous proposal
By Klark Byrd , March 23, 2013
Senate endorses Keystone XL pipeline construction
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Senate has endorsed construction of the proposed Keystone XL pipeline that is to carry oil from Canada to Texas oil refineries.March 23, 2013
Senate vote: OK $85B cuts, avert shutdown
WASHINGTON — The Senate approved legislation Wednesday to lock in $85 billion in widely decried spending cuts aimed at restraining soaring federal deficits — and to avoid a government shutdown just a week away.By David Espo , March 21, 2013
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