The list of lawmakers who will serve on committees during the 2025 Legislature was finalized Wednesday, Dec. 4, on the last day of the organization session. But how is that decided?
The article from InForum discusses the leadership roles for the 2025 legislative session in North Dakota. Senate Majority Leader David Hogue, R-Minot, will continue in his role, while Sen. Kristin Roers, R-Fargo, will serve as the assistant majority leader. Sen. Donald Schaible, R-Mott, will take on the role of Senate Appropriations Committee chairman, replacing Sen. Brad Bekkedahl, R-Williston, who will become the assistant majority leader. In the House, Rep. Mike Lefor, R-Dickinson, will remain as the majority leader, with Rep. Scott Louser, R-Minot, stepping in as the assistant majority leader. Rep. Mark Owens, R-Grand Forks, will chair the House Appropriations Committee, replacing Rep. Don Vigesaa, R-Cooperstown, who will become the speaker of the House. The article also mentions the retirement of several key figures, including House Majority Leader Chet Pollert and House Speaker Kim Koppelman, indicating a significant shift in leadership.
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Thu, December 5, 2024 
