Bismarck, ND Government
- Wikipedia Page for Bismarck, North Dakota
- Google Map of Bismarck, North Dakota
- City Data on Bismarck, North Dakota
- Census Response rate for Burleigh County, ND
Key Information
Mayor of Bismarck
Bismarck City Commissioner
Burleigh County Government
Burleigh County Population 98,458
County Seat Bismarck
Wikipedia Page for Burleigh County
Google Map of Burleigh County, North Dakota
Key Information
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Burleigh County Government Website
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Governing Body in Burleigh County:
County Commission -
Agendas for the County Board Meetings
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Burleigh County Business Development Agency
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Burleigh County Planning and Zoning Department
Other Burleigh County Resources on LegalConsumer
- Burleigh County Family Court
- Burleigh County Probate Court
- Burleigh County Unemployment Offices
- Burleigh County Bankruptcy Court
Burleigh County State's Attorney
Burleigh County Clerk of District Court
Burleigh County Auditor/Treasurer
Burleigh County Sheriff
Burleigh County Recorder
Burleigh County Commissioner
North Dakota State Government
Executive Branch
Governor of North Dakota
Lieutenant Governor of North Dakota
North Dakota Governor Website
Consumer Protection
North Dakota State Legislature:
North Dakota Legislature Website
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Enter a street address to find state and federal legislators for a specific location)
Federal Government
North Dakota Representatives in the U.S. Congress
Each state gets two senators in the U.S. Senate.
North Dakota is represented by:
U.S. Senator
U.S. Representative
Complete List of Representatives for
Burleigh County, ND
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Voting Information for North Dakota
Voting - (Voting)
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How to Vote in North Dakota
Find out how to confirm your voter registration and register to vote wherever you are.
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How to Confirm or Update Your Voter Registration in North Dakota
If you've moved or haven’t voted in a while, your state can cancel your voter registration. Here's how to update your registration so you can vote.
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Was My Vote Counted? How to Track Your Vote in North Dakota
Many states offer online ballot tracking systems, others require contacting election officials. in either case, it's a good idea to confirm that your vote was actually counted.
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What Are the Laws About Poll Observers and Vote Challenges in North Dakota?
With the upcoming election, there has been much discussion about voter fraud and how much security there is in our vote. Here is the law for your state regarding challenging votes, and having observers at the polls.
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What's On the Burleigh County, ND ballot in the next election?
Use these internet websites and generative AI to find what's on your local ballot, at all levels of government, and how to register.
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Is North Dakota Gerrymandered? Who Draws The Voting Districts in North Dakota?
As of 2022 midterm elections approach, here's how redistricting is going. From “cracking” to “packing” we help you understand the tools of gerrymandering and the extent to which it happens in North Dakota.
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Purges Will Deprive 16.7 Million of their Right To Vote in 2020
Greg Palast, voter suppression expert, says the data shows that 16 million people will have their votes purged, unless they keep their registration confirmed.
Your Elected Representatives for Burleigh County, ND - (Elected Reps)
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North Dakota Legislator List
Here's how to find a list of your state legislators.
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Burleigh County, ND Elected Representatives
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How to Call Your Congressional Representative in Burleigh County, ND
Here's how to call your elected officials to let them know how you feel about the issues of the day.
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Did My Representative Vote to Overturn the 2020 Election?
147 Republicans Voted to Overturn Election Results and deny Americans the right to have their votes counted, based on the disproven myth that there was outcome-determinative fraud in the 2020 election. Use generative AI to learn how your representative voted.
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Who Are Your State Representatives in North Dakota’s Legislature?
Just like Washington D.C., your state government has a legislature, too. Here's how to find the people who represent you in North Dakota.
Local Government Offices & Meeting Agendas - (Local Govt.)
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Burleigh County Government
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Who Runs the Police Force & Sheriff’s Office in Bismarck, North Dakota, and Burleigh County?
Who is in charge of the police? The Sherrif? Who sets policies and training and oversight of the various police and sheriffs we encounter every day? Who should I vote for if i care about such things?
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How to Run For Office and Be Politically Engaged in North Dakota, Burleigh County, and Bismarck
Each county and state and city has its own political organizations. There are organizations to help you if you are interested in civic engagement.
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What is a city council? A county commission? A board of supervisors? And why should I care?
Local governing bodies may go by different names, but they have one function in common: to be the people's eyes and ears in government.
Government Agencies and Offices - (Agencies)
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Who Governs What in North Dakota, Burleigh County, and Bismarck: An A to Z Guide
You can participate in many levels of government: local, county, state, and federal.
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Government Agencies Promoting & Tracking Economic Development
Find out what programs serve North Dakota and Burleigh County.
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Federal Agencies by Topic
Learn how to find the right agency to deal with your issue.
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How to Report Consumer Fraud in North Dakota
You have an important role to play in enforcing North Dakota consumer protection laws, by reporting it when you experience it.
Basic Civics - (Civics)
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What is Democracy?
Democracy is our most basic governmental idea. It is the secular, Enlightenment era exiperiment that our founding fathers embarked upon, that the power of government should derive from "the consent of the governed" as opposed to "the devine right"from "God" that Kings had always asserted as their source of legitimate authority
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What is representative government?
Learn the difference between straight democracy and representative government -- and where you fit in.
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Who makes laws and regulations?
You've heard the old joke about laws and sausages -- that you don't want to know how they're made? If you disagree, here's what you should know.
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How to Run for Office in Burleigh County, ND
Learn about how to file your candidacy for a local or county office.
Issues & Interest Groups - (Issues)
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Personal Finance -- Legislation
Organizations that track Personal Finance
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Civil Rights -- Legislation Tracking Organizations
Organizations that track Civil Rights legislation.
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Consumer Protection -- Legislation, Organizations
Organizations that track Consumer Protection legislation.
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Government & Democracy -- Legislation, Organizations, Issues
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Health Care -- Legislation, Organizations, Issues
Find legal information in your zip code for health care issues including access, death, women's, children's, men's, and healthcare for seniors.
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Sharing Economy -- Legislation, Organizations, Issues
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Organizations That Track Issues in North Dakota and Burleigh County
Democracy depends on powerful advocates. Here is a list of progressive causes and the organizations that fight for them.
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What is Christian Nationalism?
Christian nationalism is an anti-democratic movement and a perversion of the message of Jesus, aimed at giving government the power to impose right wing values on the personal choices of Americans regarding sex, love, death, and all aspects of life.
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Groups That Track Legislation on Specific Issues
There are hundreds of organizations on the internet that monitor important legislation. We thank them for their efforts and gratefully link to them here.
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Children's Health Issues - Organizations and Interest Groups
The welfare and rights of children affect their health in terms of food and shelter but also mental health, and their choices and civil rights regarding the medical choices and treatments affecting them
Democracy News - (News)
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Local Media and the Importance of Community Radio
Sinclair media and other right-wing companies have made a business of buying up local tv and radio stations, depriving Americans of a true local voice in community affairs. Learn how you can start a community radio station.
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Reliable Sources of Fact-Based News for Consumers
Our favorite reliable sources of fact-driven, quality news reporting on issues of interest to consumers.
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What We're Reading About Democracy and Voting
News articles about democracy, voting, and the constitution.
About This Website - (About)
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Welcome to Democracy by Zip Code
This site is dedicated to the preservation of democracy against the assault of authoritarians and the enablers that support them.