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Term limits were passed in 2022, and legislators are concerned about the future prospects of experience and power dynamics in the Legislature

Term limits were passed in 2022, and legislators are concerned about the future prospects of experience and power dynamics in the Legislature.

In a survey to Grand Forks lawmakers, the Herald asked what they feel is a top local issue to be pursued when the Legislature convenes a year from now.

The Herald asked: “If there was a session starting this January, what do you feel would be the statewide topic of utmost importance that would need legislative consideration?”

Senate fails to override veto of bill to ban approval voting.

A select rundown of stories found on InForum.

Rep. Corey Mock said he devised the legislation after the deletion of Attorney General Wayne Stenehjem’s emails revealed “a lack of checks and balances” in the state’s record retention policies.

Rep. Corey Mock said he devised the legislation after the deletion of Attorney General Wayne Stenehjem’s emails revealed “a lack of checks and balances” in the state’s record retention policies.

Newcomers Rep. Landon Bahl and Sen. Jonathan Sickler represent District 17, while Sen. Jeff Barta and Rep. Eric Murphy represent District 43.

On April 1st, Senator Jeff Barta and Representative Eric Murphy of the North Dakota Republican Party, with Representative Zac Ista of the Democratic Party guiding discussion, came to Grand Forks to address questions and issues brought forth from our communities. The topics ranged from the shortage of teachers in our state to LGBTQ+ rights.    The...