LEGISLATURE
STAFF BLOG CAPITOL CHATTER Democrats leave session with issues they still want to do
By Don Davis and Danielle Killey There is little doubt the 2013 Minnesota Legislature will be remembered for its historic vote to allow gay marriage and a $2 billion tax increase. Democrats say the s...
Posted on 5/22/13 at 1:01 PM
FARGO SCHOOL TALK 2013 Legislative session wraps up
By Business Manager Broc Lietz At approximately 4:30 a.m., Saturday, May 4, the 2013 legislative session drew to a close. The North Dakota Legislature meets for a maximum of 80 days every other year,...
Posted on 5/9/13 at 12:10 PM
THE NEW FORTY Common sense delivered by Dr. Thomas Jacobsen...
Today I want to utilize my blog to both applaud a good citizen and to further spread his thoughtful words. I know my blog readers extend far beyond my local area and beyond North Dakota. I also recogn...
Posted on 5/5/13 at 7:16 PM
NORTH DAKOTA DEMOCRATIC CAUCUS Statement from Dem-NPL legislators on failure of HB 1319
(BISMARCK, N.D.) - Following the defeat of HB 1319 46 to 46 by North Dakota Republicans on Day 80 of the 63rd Legislative Session, Dem-NPL leaders Senator Mac Schneider, D-Grand Forks, and Representat...
Posted on 5/3/13 at 9:21 AM
HOME BUILDERS ASSOCIATION OF FARGO-MOORHEAD HBA urges N.D. Senate to reconsider actions on HB 1020 concerning F-M Area Diversion Project funding, asks Fargo citizens to mobilize
April 17, 2013 - Yesterday, the North Dakota Senate approved an amendment to House Bill 1020 (by a 24 23 vote) that requires the federal government to appropriate its $800 million in funding before t...
Posted on 4/17/13 at 12:03 PM
North Dakota adds 144 full-time government jobs 
BISMARCK – Gov. Jack Dalrymple said it was pretty obvious going into the 2013 Legislative session that the state needed more employees to tackle issues related to the oil boom, but he was surprised lawmakers approved most of what he requested with little complaint.
By By TJ Jerke, Forum News Service , May 13, 2013
Moorhead same-sex couple: ‘It’s about security and dignity’
ST. PAUL – Today is Mara Morken and Alex Fogarty’s nine-year anniversary, and the Moorhead couple has plenty to celebrate.
By Danielle Killey, Forum News Service , May 13, 2013
Minnesota senators ‘vote yes for love’
ST. PAUL – Love and marriage soon will go together for Minnesota gays like they do for straight couples.
By Don Davis, Forum News Service , May 13, 2013
Minn. Senate defeats GOP change to marriage bill
ST. PAUL — The Minnesota Senate has defeated an amendment to the gay marriage bill offered by Republicans that would have beefed up protections for people with religious objections.
By Associated Press , May 13, 2013
Paulsen rules our run for US Senate or MN governor
MINNEAPOLIS — Republican U.S. Rep. Erik Paulsen has ruled out a run for the U.S. Senate or for governor of Minnesota, saying he plans to seek a fourth term in the House instead.
By Associated Press , May 13, 2013
Gay Minnesotans come to see history as Senate prepares to vote (live video)
ST. PAUL - Gay Minnesotans and their supporters streamed into the Minnesota Capitol today expecting to witness history. They sang “America” and “Somewhere Over the Rainbow” and celebrated, anticipating senators to approve gay marriage this afternoon.
By Don Davis, Forum News Service , May 13, 2013
Minn. solar energy mandate closer to becoming law
ST. PAUL – Legislation mandating that Minnesota’s largest utilities use solar energy is closer to becoming law, meaning less coal will be burned and utility bills will probably increase for many state residents.
By Associated Press , May 13, 2013
Minn. lawmakers prepare final vote on gay marriage
ST. PAUL — Minnesota state senators debated whether to allow gay marriage in this Midwestern state, with a vote in favor expected later Monday to send the bill to the Democratic governor for his promised signature.
By Associated Press , May 13, 2013
Minnesota lawmakers enter homestretch of 2013 session
ST. PAUL, Minn. — Minnesota lawmakers are bearing down for the legislative session's homestretch.
By Associated Press , May 13, 2013
As Minnesota Senate prepares to vote, a look at gay marriage bill’s details
ST. PAUL – Minnesota’s Senate is scheduled to debate and vote today on a bill to add the state to the growing list of those that allow gay marriage. It’s the last step before Democratic Gov. Mark Dayton, who has promised to sign legislation, signs the bill.
By Patrick Condon, Associated Press , May 12, 2013
Outdoor Heritage Fund to fall short of $30M cap
FARGO – A glitch in the funding formula for North Dakota’s new Outdoor Heritage Fund means the conservation initiative is projected to have only a little more than half of the $30 million authorized for the next biennium.
By Patrick Springer , May 12, 2013
Minnesota Political Notebook: Political positions change based on power
ST. PAUL - The gay marriage debate illustrates how being in or out of power affects how politicians look at the world.
By Don Davis, Forum News Service , May 11, 2013
NDSA honors Flakoll, former student rep
FARGO – The North Dakota Student Association on Friday honored Sen. Tim Flakoll, R-Fargo, and former state Board of Higher Education student representative Robert Vallie for advocating on behalf of the state’s college students.
By Forum staff reports , May 10, 2013
Whistle-blower plans defamation suit against university system
DICKINSON, N.D. – A North Dakota University System whistle-blower who questioned her boss’s conduct before a legislative body this year said she plans to file a defamation lawsuit against her employer.
By Bryan Horwath, Forum News Service , May 10, 2013
Items you may have missed in the North Dakota Legislature’s 80-day session
BISMARCK – Elementary students will get their milk and North Dakotans can still own part of a cow and keep their share of the milk.
By Tj Jerke, Forum News Service , May 10, 2013
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