701-566-9300Murphy’s Law 2023 #34 – Special Session
It took lawmakers two and one-half days to complete their task of passing the contents of one bill which was considered by the ND Supreme Court to be too inclusive of different topics. They broke it into 14 and a few would be of interest to our state’s farmers. One was a confirmation of the […]hi
It took lawmakers two and one-half days to complete their task of passing the contents of one bill which was considered by the ND Supreme Court to be too inclusive of different topics. They broke it into 14 and a few would be of interest to our state’s farmers. One was a confirmation of the emergency snow clearing bill which was amended to allow some political subdivisions whose applications...
Murphy’s Law 2023 | #33 — Greater North Dakota Chamber Policy Summit
Recently, the GNDC held their day-long discussion on the burning issues affecting our state’s businesses. By far and for the last few years at least, the biggest of these is the workforce shortage. It was the focus of each of the four major panels; Attracting Investment Strategies, Tourism from a Policy Standpoint, Utilizing Immigration as […]hi
Recently, the GNDC held their day-long discussion on the burning issues affecting our state’s businesses. By far and for the last few years at least, the biggest of these is the workforce shortage. It was the focus of each of the four major panels; Attracting Investment Strategies, Tourism from a Policy Standpoint, Utilizing Immigration as a Workforce Solution and Engaging Civic Leadership....
Murphy’s Law Blog 2023 | #32 — International Legislator's Forum
Held annually since the early 1990s, the International Legislator’s Forum (ILF) gathers state and provincial legislators from Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, Manitoba and for the first time, Saskatchewan to discuss common problems. It is run by the Consensus Council (which is housed in North Dakota) whose mission is as follows from their website, agree.org: […]hi
Held annually since the early 1990s, the International Legislator’s Forum (ILF) gathers state and provincial legislators from Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, Manitoba and for the first time, Saskatchewan to discuss common problems. It is run by the Consensus Council (which is housed in North Dakota) whose mission is as follows from their website, agree.org: “We convene and...
Murphy’s Law Blog 2023 | #31 — FELIRC Meeting
Recently, a gaggle of officials on the Federal Environmental Law Impact Review Committee (FELIRC) met to discuss several issues that are being dealt with in this realm. Here is a sampling of those in attendance so you know whom I am speaking of; North Dakota state agencies including the Public Service Commission, Department of Agriculture, […]hi
Recently, a gaggle of officials on the Federal Environmental Law Impact Review Committee (FELIRC) met to discuss several issues that are being dealt with in this realm. Here is a sampling of those in attendance so you know whom I am speaking of; North Dakota state agencies including the Public Service Commission, Department of Agriculture, Office of the Governor, Department of Mineral...
Murphy’s Law Blog 2023 | #30 — NDLTAP/Northern TTAP
You may not know about the Upper Great Plains Transportation Institute (UGPTI), an elite transportation research center we have in our state. As a partner with NDSU, UGPTI provides research, education and outreach across North Dakota. A division of UGPTI, titled the North Dakota Local Transportation Assistance Program (NDLTAP) partners with the North Dakota Department […]hi
You may not know about the Upper Great Plains Transportation Institute (UGPTI), an elite transportation research center we have in our state. As a partner with NDSU, UGPTI provides research, education and outreach across North Dakota.
A division of UGPTI, titled the North Dakota Local Transportation Assistance Program (NDLTAP) partners with the North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT)...
The Importance of Cybersecurity in Agriculture
In the recent Grand Farmer podcast, we hear from Kirkwall CEO Will Cromarty and farmer, teacher and NDSGA President Kasey Bitz who discuss the reason why cybersecurity in agriculture is so important.hi
In the recent Grand Farmer podcast, we hear from Kirkwall CEO Will Cromarty and farmer, teacher and NDSGA President Kasey Bitz who discuss the reason why cybersecurity in agriculture is so important.
North Dakota Memory Care and Assisted Living Facility Resources
Caring.com recently shared a few unique resources with the North Dakota Soybean Growers Association designed to support older adults in North Dakota, whether they’re experiencing Alzheimer’s or dementia symptoms or seeking assisted living options. Finding the right care facility can be an overwhelming process for families, especially in rural farm communities. Recognizing this, Caring.com […]hi
Caring.com recently shared a few unique resources with the North Dakota Soybean Growers Association designed to support older adults in North Dakota, whether they’re experiencing Alzheimer’s or dementia symptoms or seeking assisted living options.
Finding the right care facility can be an overwhelming process for families, especially in rural farm communities. Recognizing...
NDSGA | Don’t Get Caught! — Avoid Phishing Scams
Here and there you may receive phishing emails from sources you think are trustworthy such as the North Dakota Soybean Growers Association (NDSGA) or the American Soybean Association (ASA). These scam emails often appear to come from a staff member or trusted colleague. Unfortunately, these emails may even at times include the NDSGA or ASA […]hi
Here and there you may receive phishing emails from sources you think are trustworthy such as the North Dakota Soybean Growers Association (NDSGA) or the American Soybean Association (ASA). These scam emails often appear to come from a staff member or trusted colleague. Unfortunately, these emails may even at times include the NDSGA or ASA logo. If you carefully review the “from” email...
NDSGA | Legislative Report — April 28, 2023
The North Dakota Legislative session is in its final hours. Senate Ag Committee Chair Larry Luick says it’s been a busy year at the legislature for animal agriculture.hi
The North Dakota Legislative session is in its final hours. Senate Ag Committee Chair Larry Luick says it’s been a busy year at the legislature for animal agriculture.
Murphy’s Law Blog 2023 | #29 — Tax Package Settled?
At this point, the conference committee discussion on how to reduce property tax and income tax appears to have a tentative solution. Senate Tax Committee Chair Jordan Kannianen explained to me this morning (although they do have an afternoon meeting to confirm) that property tax looks to be a $500 deduction for every single home […]hi
At this point, the conference committee discussion on how to reduce property tax and income tax appears to have a tentative solution.Senate Tax Committee Chair Jordan Kannianen explained to me this morning (although they do have an afternoon meeting to confirm) that property tax looks to be a $500 deduction for every single home or occupied dwelling. It would affect about 206,000 homeowners...