Welcome to the June Edition!
The June primary election is almost here, and now is the time to make sure you’re prepared.
In this month’s issue, we’re breaking down everything you need to know to vote confidently on June 9th. From voter ID requirements and finding your polling place, to updates on the ongoing fight to protect North Dakota’s tribal colleges from federal funding cuts, and a reminder that your elected representatives need to hear from you all year long, not just on Election Day.
Native voters in North Dakota have the power to shape decisions at every level of government. That power grows when our commmunities show up informed and ready to act.
–North Dakota Native Vote Team
June 9 Primary Election
North Dakota’s primary election helps determine which candidates advance to the general election, while deciding important local and state races.
Primary turnout is typically lower than in November elections, meaning every vote carries even more weight for our communities.
No voter registration required in North Dakota. To vote, you must have lived in North Dakota for at least 30 days before Election Day and bring a valid ID.
Not sure if your ID matches where you live? Check here before June 9 so there are no surprises:
Make your voting plan
Tribal college cuts & what you can do
For the second year in a row, tribal colleges are facing a proposed cut in federal funding. This year, it is 90%.
This would have devastating consequences for Native students, families, and communities.
- United Tribes Technical College receives around 70% of its funding federally.
- Nueta Hidatsa Sahnish College receives more than 50%.
- Tribal colleges contributed $169.5 million to local economies and supported more than 2,100+ jobs in FY 2022-2023
Congress rejected these cuts last year. Community pressure matters.
Know Your Representatives
Voting matters, but civic engagement doesn’t end on Election Day.
Federal, state, and local elected officials make decisions affecting tribal funding, healthcare, infrastructure, education, and Native communities across North Dakota.
Knowing who represents you and how to contact them is one of the best tools our communities have.
Federal Representatives
U.S. Representative Julie Fedorchak
Senator John Hoeven
Senator Kevin Cramer
State Representatives
With Gratitude
Everything we do at North Dakota Native Vote is made possible because of the support and engagement of community members like you. Whether you are staying informed on these policy shifts or preparing for the upcoming elections, you are the heart of this movement.
Thank you for being part of our community and standing with us as we work toward a more representative future for all Tribal Nations.