Outdoor Heritage Fund

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.

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.

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.

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). 

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.