The future of North Dakota’s abortion laws is once again in the hands of the state’s highest court. At issue is a 2023 ban struck down by a district judge who found it vague and unconstitutional. The state argues that no such right to elective abortion exists in North Dakota’s constitution, while challengers say the
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The North Dakota House made its stance clear on abortion and reproductive rights, rejecting four bills with wide margins. A proposal to define personhood from conception—potentially criminalizing abortion—failed 77-16, with opponents warning of unintended consequences for IVF and medical care. A measure to legalize abortion up to 15 weeks met an even steeper defeat. Efforts
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The North Dakota Supreme Court chose not to reinstate a nearly total abortion ban while the state’s appeal continues. In a majority opinion, justices raised concerns about the law’s clarity and applicability, hinting at a potential siding with the plaintiffs. Originally passed in April 2023, the law faced challenges for being too vague and limiting
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Many of the state’s biggest stories from last year — including those related to taxation, abortion and incarceration — remain unsettled. State leaders could reignite public discussion of these issues as early as the 69th legislative session, which starts Tuesday. Here are five state government stories we’ll be watching this year: Property taxes The ballot
Read & Share sourced from: North Dakota MonitorThe North Dakota State Hospital is stepping towards a new investment. The first step is funding to demolish five buildings on the existing campus in Jamestown that have been vacant for decades. The Senate has supported the funding unanimously, if approved by the house, it will clear the way for new designs. Get the full
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