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The Legislature created the Industrial Commission of North Dakota (the "Commission") in 1919 to conduct and manage, on behalf of the State, certain utilities, industries, enterprises and business projects established by state law. The members of the Commission are the Governor, the Attorney General and the Agriculture Commissioner of the State. The Governor is the Chairman, and a quorum for the transaction of business consists of the Governor and one additional member. The Attorney General serves as general counsel. Governor Armstrong has been elected to office for a term expiring December 14, 2028. Attorney General Drew Wrigley has been elected to office for a term expiring December 31, 2026. Commissioner Goehring has been elected to office for a term expiring December 31, 2026.


 

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Industrial Commission Meeting

Wednesday, July 30, 2025 at 09:00 am - 12:30 pm

Categories: Industrial Commission

Wednesday, July 30, 2025

Governor's Conference Room, 9:00 - 12:30 pm

600 East Boulevard Avenue, Bismarck, ND 58505


Oil and Gas Research Program Grant Application Deadline

Categories: Industrial Commission, Oil and Gas Research Program, OGRP-DL

Oil and Gas Research Program - August 15, 2025


Industrial Commission Meeting

Thursday, August 21, 2025 at 09:00 am - 12:30 pm

Categories: Industrial Commission

Thursday, August 21, 2025

Governor's Conference Room, 9:00 - 12:30 pm

600 East Boulevard Avenue, Bismarck, ND 58505


Industrial Commission Meeting

Tuesday, September 30, 2025 at 09:00 am - 12:30 pm

Categories: Industrial Commission

Tuesday, September 30, 2025

Governor's Conference Room - 9:00 - 12:30 pm

600 East Boulevard Avenue, Bismarck, ND 58505


Industrial Commission Meeting

Tuesday, October 28, 2025 at 09:00 am - 12:30 pm

Categories: Industrial Commission

Tuesday, October 28, 2025

Bank of North Dakota - Executive Board Room 9:00 - 12:30 pm

1200 Memorial Highway, Bismarck, ND 58504

 


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Industrial Commission Approved Over $12.5 Million in Outdoor Heritage Fund Matching Grants for 17 Conservation and Recreation Projects

Monday, June 2, 2025 at 12:00 pm

Categories: Housing Finance Agency, Industrial Commission, Press Release

BISMARCK, ND – The North Dakota Industrial Commission today approved over $12.5 million in Outdoor Heritage Fund matching grants for 17 conservation and recreation projects benefiting North Dakotans across the state. The funding for this program, generated from oil and gas production tax revenue, supports projects that improve access to public and private lands for sportsmen and women, farming and ranching stewardship practices, fish and wildlife habitat preservation and outdoor recreation areas.


Dettlaff Appointed To Lead Housing Finance Agency

Monday, June 2, 2025 at 12:00 pm

Categories: Housing Finance Agency, Industrial Commission, Press Release

BISMARCK, ND – The North Dakota Industrial Commission has appointed Brandon Dettlaff as the executive director of the North Dakota Housing Finance Agency (NDHFA).  Dettlaff will assume the role upon the June 13 retirement of current executive director, Dave Flohr.


Homeownership Program Eligibility Limits Updated

Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at 12:00 pm

Categories: Housing Finance Agency, Industrial Commission, Press Release

BISMARCK, ND – The North Dakota Industrial Commission has approved new eligibility limits for programs that assist state residents, typically first-time buyers, with a home purchase. Administered by North Dakota Housing Finance Agency (NDHFA), the programs provide low-cost financing, and down payment and closing cost assistance.


Industrial Commission awards over $2.9 million in funding from Lignite Research, Development and Marketing Program

Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 12:00 pm

Categories: Bank of North Dakota, Industrial Commission, Press Release

BISMARCK, ND - The North Dakota Industrial Commission today approved more than $2.9 million in grants during the latest grant round for the Commission’s Lignite Research, Development and Marketing Program. The funding for this program is generated from lignite severance tax as well as oil and gas production tax revenue. The program supports the growth of North Dakota’s lignite industry through research and education.


Bank of North Dakota releases 2024 Annual Report

Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 12:00 pm

Categories: Bank of North Dakota, Industrial Commission, Press Release

BISMARCK, N.D. – The state-owned Bank of North Dakota (BND) released its 2024 annual report to the Industrial Commission, titled “Breaking the Barrier.” The report highlights two large multi-state agency initiatives launched in 2024 under BND’s leadership: SmartWIthMyMoney.nd.gov and Sustain, Transform, Authenticate North Dakota (STAND). 


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