In towns across America, the lights still turn on each morning thanks to a grid built decades ago, some of it dating back to the 1950s. But that aging infrastructure, once the envy of the world, is now holding us back. If the United States is serious about reshoring manufacturing, revitalizing ...
The media narrative surrounding the Big Beautiful Bill (BBB) has been filled with misinformation and political theater, leaving most North Dakotans confused about what this legislation means for our state. As leaders representing North Dakota’s two most vital economic sectors, we want to set the record straight about how this “Big Beautiful Bill” delivers transformational benefits for agriculture, energy, and every working family in our state. We thank Senator Hoeven, Senator Cramer, and Congresswoman Fedorchak for their leadership in securing passage of this critical ...
North Dakota’s public schools and the students they serve find themselves once again being negatively impacted by political gamesmanship — and it is unacceptable. The recent decision by the U.S. Department of Education to withhold millions in federal education funds from our state is already beginning to damage our schools, shortchange our students, and strain educators who are already doing more with less. These funds are not a luxury. They are essential resources intended to support low-income students, students with disabilities, and vital programs that help both rural and urban ...
As we navigate the complexities of modern life in Minot, it is hard to ignore the rapid advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) that are transforming the way we communicate. From chatbots to virtual assistants, AI-powered communication tools are becoming increasingly prevalent in our personal and professional lives. AI is revolutionizing communication by providing tools that augment various tasks for communicators. This article explores the diverse applications of AI in areas like writing, editing, content generation, social media management, research, inspiration, and even ...
When we stood up this week in support of legislation to require phone-free schools in North Dakota, we approached it as giving something back to students: the freedom to learn and grow with far less distraction and stress. As parents of a combined six children who have attended 15 different schools in several districts, we’ve had a front-row seat to the impacts of smartphones and social media use in schools on mental health and academic performance. We’ve seen how inconsistent phone policies from school to school and classroom to classroom can create confusion and frustration ...
I am writing to communicate and affirm the North Dakota Legislature’s historical and ongoing commitment to ensuring no student goes hungry during the school day. In 2023, a significant step was taken with the passage of House Bill 1494. The “no-shaming” bill guaranteed every child in school could eat a full breakfast and lunch, each school day, regardless of the family’s ability to pay. No school can deny a child a school breakfast or lunch. This law reflects the legislature’s unwavering belief in the importance of access to nutritious meals for all students. After passing ...
