January 11, 2019 - Lignite Energy Council

State of the State Address Highlights Lignite Industry

On January 3, 2019, Governor Doug Burgum gave his 2019 State of the State address to the 66th Legislative Assembly. “Today, the State of the State is that we stand at the cusp of North...

Legislative Updates

Legislative Briefing Scheduled

The Lignite Energy Council’s Legislative Briefing will be held on Tuesday, January 22, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the North Dakota Heritage Center in the Russell Reid Auditorium located at 612 East Boulevard Avenue,...

Legislative Updates

Bill Status Reports or Updates in North Dakota

If you would like to read the text of a particular bill or find out the status of a bill, go online to the following sites: House Bills and Resolutions: https://www.legis.nd.gov/assembly/66-2019/bill-text/house-bill-short-title.html Senate Bills and Resolutions:...

Legislative Updates

Important Legislative Dates in North Dakota

Monday, January 14 Bill Introduction Deadline for Representatives Monday, January 21 Bill Introduction Deadline for Senators Friday, February 22 Crossover Date for Bills The Legislature can continue for a maximum of 80 legislative days (which would...

Legislative Updates

Minnesota Legislative Update

Governor Tim Walz was sworn in on Monday as the 41st governor. During his swearing in ceremony, Governor Walz drew on the foundation of his “One Minnesota” mantra. He emphasized education, health care, and community...