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Gov. Armstrong has officially declared March 18, 2025, as North Dakota Agriculture Day, aligning with the national celebration of agriculture.

Red Trail Elementary honored as 2024 National Blue Ribbon School

Senator John Hoeven recently visited Red Trail Elementary School in Mandan, North Dakota, to present a flag flown over the U.S. Capitol.

Senator Cramer supports bills opposing Biden's electric vehicle mandates

U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer from North Dakota has joined forces with other Republican senators to co-sponsor four bills aimed at countering the Biden administration's electric vehicle (EV) mandates.

Brucellosis vaccination age waiver extended due to vaccine shortage

At a recent meeting, the State Board of Animal Health (BOAH) decided to extend a waiver concerning brucellosis vaccination for heifers.

Trump signs resolution blocking Biden's natural gas tax

Senator John Hoeven announced that President Donald Trump has signed into law a resolution of disapproval under the Congressional Review Act (CRA), aimed at blocking President Biden’s Natural Gas Tax.

North Dakota promotes colorectal cancer awareness month amid rising cases

North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) is collaborating with partner organizations to promote awareness of colorectal cancer during March, which is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month.

HHS promotes awareness during National Poison Prevention Week

North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) is emphasizing the importance of poison prevention during National Poison Prevention Week, observed from March 16 to 22.

North Dakota opens grant round for electric grid resilience projects

By Peace Garden News | Mar 15, 2025

The North Dakota Transmission Authority (NDTA) has announced a special grant round aimed at supporting utility electric grid resilience projects.

HHS invites public input on disability services in upcoming stakeholder meeting

By Peace Garden News | Mar 15, 2025

North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) has announced an invitation for residents to join a quarterly update meeting focused on enhancing support for individuals with physical disabilities.

Judge blocks rate hike by long-term care insurer

By Peace Garden News | Mar 15, 2025

A district court in North Dakota has ruled in favor of Insurance Commissioner Jon Godfread, granting a motion for summary judgment to prevent an illegal rate increase by the Senior Health Insurance Company of Pennsylvania.

Senate passes resolution preventing U.S. government shutdown

The United States Senate has passed a continuing resolution (CR) by a 54 to 46 vote, extending government funding through September 30.

Hoeven and Rounds introduce bills to support Second Amendment rights

Senators John Hoeven and Mike Rounds have introduced two legislative bills aimed at enhancing Second Amendment rights for military families and individuals who travel full-time.

Fedorchak discusses tariff impacts with U.S. trade representatives

Congresswoman Julie Fedorchak of North Dakota met with leaders from the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) in Washington, D.C., to discuss the effects of tariffs on the state's agriculture and energy sectors.

Senate approves funding bill; Hoeven criticizes Schumer

Senator John Hoeven released a statement following the Senate's approval of legislation designed to fund the government.

North Dakota braces for early spring fire season amid severe drought

By Peace Garden News | Mar 13, 2025

North Dakota is preparing for an early and extended spring fire season due to severe drought conditions.

North Dakota opens online applications for elk, moose, bighorn sheep hunting

By Peace Garden News | Mar 13, 2025

Elk, moose, and bighorn sheep hunting applications are now accessible online via the North Dakota Game and Fish Department's website.

North Dakota ranks 49th highest in U.S. for per capita government transfer income at $9,913 in 2022

In 2022, residents of North Dakota received an average of $9,913 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it third lowest in the nation.

North Dakota ranks 48th highest in the U.S. for government transfer dependency at 14.1% in 2022

In 2022, government transfers made up 14.1% of income in North Dakota—ranking it the fourth least dependent among U.S. states.

Congresswoman Fedorchak calls for faster regulatory reforms at E&C subcommittee hearing

During a recent Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Environment hearing, Congresswoman Julie Fedorchak (R-ND) emphasized the necessity for expedited regulatory approvals for brownfield redevelopment and energy project interconnections to address...

EPA plans rollback on Biden's waters regulation per Trump's initiative