Hello! Welcome back to our newsletter! Sorry for the brief break in communication. 2025 came in hot for us as the legislative session began and we started tracking over 80 bills, implementing our annual workplan and going over new policies and procedures for the betterment of our organization. 

First off, we’d like to congratulate our new lead field organizer Kendyl Harrison on her promotion.

NDNV Recent Birthday Shout-outs

The North Dakota Legislative Assembly’s 69th session began on January 7, 2025, and is scheduled to adjourn on May 2, 2025.

Our Native Representatives with Lt. Governor on Thursday February 20, 2025, Native Day at the North Dakota State Capitol. Picture left to right: Senator Richard Marcellais District 9, Representative Collette Brown District 9, Lt. Governor Michelle Strinden, Representative Lisa Finley-DeVille District 4A, and Representative Jayme Davis District 9.
(photo property of Rep. Lisa Finley-DeVille)

The North Dakota State Legislative session opened on January 7th with over 1,000 bills submitted. NDNV and Oun representatives showed up in support. 
Bills we tracked this week

HB1607: Medical Assistance Benefits and Medicaid Waivers 

HB1319: Legacy Fund and Information Public Access

HB1564: Indian Child Welfare 

HB1143: Food Distribution Facility Grant Program 

HB1199: Missing Indigenous People Task Force
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Thank you for your continued support and dedication to our shared mission.

Pilamayaye! Wopida! Maacagiraac! Miigwetch!