NDGOP Roughrider – February 22, 2024

Dear fellow Republicans,

It’s truly an exciting time to be a Republican in the state of North Dakota. The race for the US House seat is heating up, with PSC Commissioner Julie Fedorchak entering the race this week by announcing at NDGOP headquarters. With multiple candidates seeking the Republican endorsement, the 2024 GOP State Convention will be competitive.

Leading into the GOP State Convention (April 5-6 in Fargo, registration opens April 4), the Presidential Caucus is scheduled for Monday, March 4, the evening before Super Tuesday. There will be 12 voting locations throughout the state. Any constituent who donates to the NDGOP will have an opportunity to print a “fast pass” prior to the event (fast pass received via email). Get ready to vote for the next Republican Presidential candidate here.

The Presidential Caucus will lead right into the NDGOP State Convention. The State Convention is the best opportunity to connect with fellow Republicans; you can find the tentative schedule on the convention website. Don’t miss your opportunity to be a VIP at the Mike Huckabee luncheon or Chairwoman’s Prayer Breakfast! Members of NDGOP’s premier clubs can gain VIP access to these exclusive events and can reserve tables (dependent upon club).

As always, please don’t hesitate to reach out to me with questions. I encourage YOU to get involved in the processes that shape this state and country.

Blessings,

Sandi Sanford, NDGOP Chairwoman

NORTH DAKOTA

Burgum, Dohrmann thank Jamestown-based Guard company soldiers for work at border

The Jamestown Sun

“The well-trained soldiers from the 817th Engineer Company are making a real difference in efforts to enhance national security at the southwest border,” Burgum said in a news release on the visit. 

Candidates Sought for Oversight Board for K-12, Career and Tech Ed

The Valley City Times Record

State School Superintendent Kirsten Baesler invited North Dakotans from two groups of counties to apply for the state Board of Public School Education, which plays a crucial oversight role for North Dakota’s K-12 education system.

North Dakota initiates grant program to optimize ranching operations

The Dickinson Press

“We have been watching South Dakota for quite a bit,” Goehring stated, highlighting the inspiration behind the initiative. “And we were able to glean the framework, so then we put a pilot program together.”

Goehring Announces Availability of Bioscience Innovation Grants

KBMW

“The bioscience innovation grant program supports biotechnology innovation and commercialization in areas including crop genetics, biofuels, biomaterials, biosensors, biotechnology, medical diagnostics, medical therapeutics and farm-based pharmaceuticals,” Agriculture Commissioner Doug Goehring said. “Any eligible bioscience company in the state is encouraged to apply.”

EPA Allows Existing Dicamba Stocks to be Used

Red River Farm Network

North Dakota Agriculture Commissioner Doug Goehring said this decision provides certainty to the farmer. However, Goerhing advises farmers to contact their ag retailers to secure these products.

WASHINGTON


Veterans Cemetery Center coming to Fargo National Cemetery

Valley News Live

We have come a long way since the Fargo National Cemetery was dedicated in 2019, and the future development of a Veterans Cemetery Center is the next big step in providing our veterans and their families with the support and honor they have earned,” said Hoeven

US Postal Service audit expanding in North Dakota; expected to wrap up in spring

The Bismarck Tribune

Timely mail service has been an issue in parts of North Dakota. Other concerns cited by U.S. Sens. John Hoeven and Kevin Cramer and U.S. Rep. Kelly Armstrong, all R-N.D., include delays of mailed newspapers, broken and unavailable cluster box units, and the shifting of some processing from Grand Forks to Fargo.

Biden Pumps Nearly $1 Billion Into Airport Modernization Projects

Forbes

North Dakota Senator John Hoeven, who also voted for the Infrastructure Bill, penned a press release touting that Hector International Airport in Fargo is granted $10 million to rehabilitate the terminal and add four new gates, increase holdroom space, expand ticketing and baggage handling, add restrooms and post-security concessions and improve accessibility for people with disabilities.

Cramer: Governors need to be in the loop about foreign land purchases

The Center Square

Governors should know if foreign entities are purchasing land in their state, according to a bill proposed by U.S. Sen. Kevin Cramer, R-N.D. Currently, governors do not have access to confidential information in a committee review, according to Cramer.

ND senators vote for security act

Minot Daily News

“I believe that U.S. support for Israel, Ukraine and Taiwan should be focused on military assistance,” Hoeven said…“I voted to support the National Security Act because it gives a boost of momentum for the House to take up an imperfect bill and make it better,” Cramer said.


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