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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.

The North Dakota Office of the Secretary of State has reviewed petitions submitted by proponents on October 20, 2025, to initiate a special election for one District 42 House seat. A total of 726 signatures were submitted. A total of 612 signatures were accepted, 44 signatures short of the required threshold of 656 signatures.

Do you have an idea for what North Dakota’s official “I Voted” sticker should look like? Submit your design by November 15!

North Dakota Secretary of State Michael Howe is excited to announce the launch of the "I Voted - More Than Just a Sticker” statewide design contest that invites North Dakotans of all ages to create the next official "I Voted" sticker. The contest is part of the Office of the Secretary of State's efforts to encourage North Dakotans to become more civically involved in decisions that impact them, their families, and neighbors. The winning sticker will make its debut at polling locations across the state during the June 9, 2026, Primary Election.

North Dakota Secretary of State Michael Howe is seeking nominations for the 2025 North Dakota Election Hero Award. This honor celebrates the importance of election teams, poll workers, policymakers, and other individuals and groups who support the administration of North Dakota’s elections.