A new petition has been resubmitted to the North Dakota secretary of state for a ballot measure aiming to increase transparency in government. The measure would require lawmaker communications regarding legislative business to be open records, disclose conflicts of interest, prevent lawmakers from voting on their own pay raises, and restrict them from receiving certain benefits. The chief sponsor of the petition, Paul Sorum, believes that transparency is crucial and that lawmakers should not benefit personally from their positions. The petition, initially submitted by Jerol Gohrick, was withdrawn without explanation. The new version of the petition has gained additional sponsors, including Michael Coachman, a former candidate for governor. If approved for circulation, the sponsors will need to gather over 31,000 signatures to place it on the ballot for the June 2026 primary. In addition, a separate petition seeking to allow vehicle window tinting at any level chosen by individuals has been approved for circulation, with a deadline for signatures set for the same date. These developments suggest a growing interest in political reform and transparency in North Dakota.
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