News Topic: State

North Dakota Senate moves forward bills defining gender, altering school bathroom rules

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by: MinotVoice  |  

North Dakota lawmakers moved one step closer this week to tightening restrictions around bathrooms in public schools and how gender is defined in state law. The Senate advanced two high-profile bills — one banning all-gender bathrooms in K-12 schools and another defining gender in state code based on biological sex. Supporters say the measures add

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North Dakota legislators debate price tag of bill targeting state library content

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by: MinotVoice  |  

A new proposal at the North Dakota Legislature is stirring up debate over who pays when state rules land in local libraries. Senate Bill 2307 would require school and public libraries to move “offensively sexual” materials out of easy reach of minors — but lawmakers are divided over the cost. Supporters say it’s a simple

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Texting and Driving Still Rising in ND — So Are Crashes, Deaths, and Patrols

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by: MinotVoice  |  

It only takes a glance — but that glance can change everything. Law enforcement in North Dakota and Minnesota are stepping up patrols this month, targeting distracted drivers in a growing effort to curb crashes, injuries, and deaths linked to texting behind the wheel. Officers say the problem isn’t going away — if anything, it’s

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Wildfire Potential High in Spring and Today

by: MinotVoice  |  

Outdoor enthusiasts need to be aware of ground conditions while enjoying spring activities. Increased human activity outdoors in spring, combined with dead ground vegetation and high winds, make this time of year highly susceptible to wildfires. Because of highly variable weather patterns, North Dakota experiences a distinct spring fire season every year. With that in

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Farm to School garden grant recipients announced, Two Minot Childcare Centers Awarded

by: MinotVoice  |  

Two Minot childcare centers are among 35 across North Dakota selected to receive Farm to School garden grants from the North Dakota Department of Agriculture and the Department of Public Instruction. Kiddie Korral 2.0 Child Care Center and Montessori of Minot / Acorn Hollow Early Learning Center will use the funding to support gardening projects

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Ruptured Keystone pipeline segment isolated, spill cleanup ongoing

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by: MinotVoice  |  

A pipeline rupture in rural North Dakota has spilled more than 3,500 barrels of crude oil — but officials say the leak is contained and cleanup is underway. The spill happened southwest of Fargo along the Keystone pipeline, which carries Canadian oil to U.S. markets. Calgary-based South Bow Corp., the pipeline’s owner, detected the pressure

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Bully Pulpit named the #1 Public Golf Course by USA Today’s 10Best!  

by: MinotVoice  |  

Bully Pulpit has been named the #1 Public Golf Course in the United States by USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards. The winners, according to the USA Today 10Best website, “are impeccably maintained, set amongst gorgeous scenery, and most importantly, are well-designed with challenging layouts and unique features that make for a rewarding round. These

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Resolution raising constitutional ballot measure threshold to 60% passes North Dakota Senate

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by: MinotVoice  |  

A bill raising the public vote threshold to 60% to approve constitutional ballot measures in North Dakota passed the Senate Wednesday on a 33-13 vote. House Resolution 3003, sponsored by Rep. Robin Weisz, R-Hurdsfield, would require a 60% threshold to pass both constitutional ballot petitions initiated by the people and constitutional resolutions from the Legislature.

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State senate votes down idea to decriminalize marijuana

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by: MinotVoice  |  

North Dakota lawmakers aren’t ready to ease up on marijuana laws. This week, state senators voted down a bill that would have reduced penalties for possessing small amounts of cannabis. Supporters argued it would help unclog the legal system and free up resources for more serious crimes. Opponents said the current system is working fine,

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Governor Armstrong Meets with Trump, Supports Energy Regulation Rollbacks

by: MinotVoice  |  

Governor Kelly Armstrong met with President Trump this week at the White House, backing new executive orders aimed at rolling back federal regulations on coal-fired power plants and boosting energy reliability. Armstrong voiced North Dakota’s support for policies promoting energy production from coal and natural gas. The full news release from the Governor’s Office is

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Port: The NDGOP’s endorsement process has been corrupted, and the party is powerless to do anything about it

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by: MinotVoice  |  

In North Dakota politics, winning the Republican endorsement is often the same as winning the election. So it matters—deeply—how those endorsements are decided. But right now, there’s no single rulebook. Local party districts are skirting state GOP guidelines, locking out challengers and keeping party leadership from enforcing transparency. Even in Minot, we’ve seen it: candidates

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House passes bill authorizing charter schools in North Dakota

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by: Josh Wolsky  |  

North Dakota is one step closer to welcoming public charter schools. A bill clearing the House this week would allow these independently run, publicly funded schools to open outside traditional school districts—if communities want them. Supporters see new opportunities, especially in areas where schools are at risk of closing. Critics worry about funding being stretched

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Crude Spill Reported from Keystone Pipeline Near Ft. Ransom

by: MinotVoice  |  

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Environmental Quality (NDDEQ) was notified Tuesday of a malfunction in the Keystone Pipeline, operated by South Bow, that resulted in the release of an unknown volume of crude oil. The pipeline was shut down immediately after the leak was discovered. The release is currently confined to an

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5 Fun Facts About North Dakota

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by: MinotVoice  |  

It’s easy to poke fun at North Dakota—too cold, too flat, too forgotten. But sometimes, the quirks that get overlooked are the same ones that give a place its quiet charm. From being (possibly) the geographic heart of the continent to hosting the world’s largest buffalo and a sculpture-studded highway, North Dakota is full of

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NDSU student’s visa has been revoked | The Flag

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by: MinotVoice  |  

For international students, a visa isn’t just paperwork—it’s their link to education, community, and stability. At North Dakota State University, one student recently had that link severed after a visa was revoked for failing to maintain status. While no detentions have occurred, it’s part of a broader pattern unfolding across nearby campuses. With similar terminations

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North Dakota lawmakers stop time-change bill 

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by: MinotVoice  |  

North Dakotans won’t be ditching the clock change anytime soon. A bill to end the state’s seasonal time shifts was voted down in the Senate, keeping the twice-a-year tradition in place. Supporters had argued that sticking with one time year-round would improve health, productivity, and predictability. But concerns about falling out of sync with neighboring

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