Ballot measure discussion prompts criticism of lawmaker ‘power grab’

By: Michael Achterling

Outlets: North Dakota Monitor

Published: February 3, 2026

Words: 691

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 1 day ago

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A discussion on three North Dakota ballot measures advanced by state lawmakers drew criticism from attendees on Monday with some opposed to changing the initiated measure process.

About 50 people gathered at the Kennedy Center in Bismarck to learn more about measures that will be on the June and November ballots. The event, hosted by the North Dakota Watchdog Network and the Dakota Resource Council, is part of a series being held across the …

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