Governor proposes cuts to North Dakota budget to prevent ‘slow burning storm’

By: Mary Steurer, Michael Achterling

Outlets: North Dakota Monitor

Published: April 8, 2026

Words: 1,020

Last Updated: 3 months, 3 weeks ago

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North Dakota Gov. Kelly Armstrong unveiled lean state budget guidelines Wednesday that include a 10% budget cut for some agencies, citing a gap between state revenue and expenses.

His plan for 2027-2029 also includes a freeze on new employees and building construction with largest cuts planned for the 17 agencies with budgets above $20 million, including the departments of Health and Human Services and Corrections and Rehabilitation.

Armstrong advised the state to tighten spending amid …

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