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The North Dakota Office of the Secretary of State will be presenting a demonstration of the State’s new Campaign Finance Reporting System and Statement of Interests system. This event will provide an in-depth look at the systems’ public search features, which provide transparency and ease of use for all stakeholders involved and interested in campaign finance reporting.

North Dakota Secretary of State Michael Howe wants North Dakotans to help choose our state’s next “I Voted” sticker. Five finalist designs have been selected for the “I Voted – More Than Just a Sticker” contest, and the public can vote for their favorite by going to  sos.nd.gov/stickervote. Voting is open through January 23.

North Dakota Secretary of State Michael Howe announced a major upgrade to North Dakota’s Campaign Finance System and launched a new Statement of Interests System on January 1, 2026. These innovative systems will enhance transparency and streamline the reporting process for candidates and office holders.

Secretary of State Michael Howe announced today that a proposed petition to initiate a constitutional measure was submitted to the Office of the Secretary of State for review and approval to circulate. The proposed constitutional initiative relates to funding of school lunches.

North Dakota Secretary of State Michael Howe today awarded the 2025 Election Hero Award to District 27 Senator Kristin Roers of Fargo. Senator Roers received this award in recognition of her outstanding service to North Dakota citizens, notably for her support of their elections.