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The Campaign Finance Bill
North Dakota bill tightens campaign finance disclosure rules
Campaign disclosure statements; to provide a penalty; to provide for application; and to provide an effective date.
Good for everyday people ·
If passed, the bill would require candidates to file detailed donation reports and add penalties for missing disclosures, helping voters see who funds campaigns.
Our take
What we think, in plain words.
The bill could make campaign money more transparent, letting everyday North Dakotans know who is behind political ads. It also adds fines for non‑compliance, encouraging honesty. If you care about fair elections, now is the time to speak up before the bill moves forward.
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The facts
What the bill actually says, no spin.
- Requires filing of campaign disclosure statements
- Sets penalties for failure to disclose campaign contributions
- Updates reporting thresholds based on inflation
- Repeals previous chapter 16.1-08.1 of the state code
- Sponsored by Republican members of the House and Senate
How they voted
The actual floor vote, and who broke from their own party.
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- Jeffery Magrum (R): voted for it, crossing most Republicans
- Claire Cory (R): voted for it, crossing most Republicans
- Jose Castaneda (R): voted for it, crossing most Republicans
- Michelle Powers (R): voted for it, crossing most Republicans
- Desiree Van Oosting (R): voted for it, crossing most Republicans
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