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President Joe Biden has approved Gov. Doug Burgum’s request for a presidential major disaster declaration for a severe winter ice storm and straight-line winds that caused more than $11.5 million in estimated damage over the Christmas holiday.

Gov. Doug Burgum and Maj. Gen. Alan Dohrmann, adjutant general of the North Dakota National Guard, visited soldiers from the Jamestown-based 817^th Engineer Company at the U.S.-Mexico border, thanking them for supporting U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) efforts to secure the border. 

Gov. Doug Burgum will visit 125 North Dakota National Guard soldiers serving at the U.S.-Mexico border in support of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP).

Gov. Doug Burgum has requested a presidential major disaster declaration for a severe winter ice storm that caused more than $11.5 million in estimated damage over the Christmas holiday. The request follows an executive order Burgum issued Dec. 29 declaring a statewide emergency for infrastructure damage.

Gov. Doug Burgum applauded the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) for awarding a $15 million, two-year Regional Innovation Engine grant to the North Dakota Advanced Agriculture Technology Engine at North Dakota State University, with up to $160 million in funding possible over 10 years.

Gov. Doug Burgum released a statement regarding the Biden administration’s action to pause pending decisions on exports of liquified natural gas (LNG). The action comes after the administration in September 2023 banned the transport of LNG by rail, reversing the authorization provided under President Donald Trump in 2020.

Gov. Doug Burgum delivered his 2024 State of the State Address, announcing an initiative to develop a comprehensive housing strategy for North Dakota as well as the launch of a new Office of Community Development & Rural Prosperity to empower communities through efficient development, economic growth and enhanced quality of life. 

Gov. Doug Burgum announced he will not seek a third term as governor, highlighting the progress made during his two terms in office, which will conclude Dec. 14, 2024. 

Gov. Doug Burgum signed an executive order waiving hours of service requirements for drivers of commercial vehicles transporting propane.

Gov. Doug Burgum appointed Colby Braun to serve as director of the North Dakota Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (DOCR), effective immediately.