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North Dakota Secretary of State Michael Howe unveiled the state’s new voting sticker today during the North Dakota County Auditors Elections Conference at the Heritage Center in Bismarck. Haylee Senger from Bottineau submitted the winning “You Betcha I Voted” sticker design which will make its debut at the polls during the 2026 Primary Election on June 9.
North Dakota Secretary of State Michael Howe will unveil the winning design of the 2026 “I Voted” sticker contest on Thursday, March 5, 2026 during the North Dakota Auditors Elections Conference.
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.