Press Release: North Dakota Lawmakers May Reconvene to Address Housing Bill Veto Error
BISMARCK, N.D. – A significant legislative error could prompt North Dakota lawmakers to return to Bismarck for a special session. Governor Kelly Armstrong’s office announced that a line-item veto, intended to trim $150,000 from affordable housing funding for tribal communities, mistakenly eliminated $35 million from the housing legislation instead.
The original bill included vital resources aimed at increasing affordable housing within the state, allocating $25 million for various housing initiatives and an additional $10 million designated for services supporting the homeless. The governor has expressed the necessity for long-term solutions for housing issues, indicating that the state must explore ways to address these challenges more sustainably.
Governor Armstrong’s staff is currently collaborating with the Legislative Council to devise a resolution that could amend the error without needing a special legislative session. The magnitude of the mistake has raised concerns about the future of housing initiatives, especially for vulnerable populations in North Dakota.
Lawmakers are being urged to act swiftly to restore the funding, which plays a crucial role in addressing the growing housing crisis and supporting underprivileged communities across the state. As deliberations continue, the hope remains for a swift and effective remedy to ensure that the intended intentions of the housing legislation are met, sustaining support for both affordable housing and essential services for those in need.
Further updates will be provided as discussions unfold regarding the steps to rectify this unintended veto mistake. The focus lies on securing funding for affordable housing and reinforcing the state’s commitment to the welfare of its residents.
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