North Dakota Seeks Applicants for Ethics Commission Seats

Two open positions on the state's Ethics Commission have upcoming terms

Apr. 16, 2026 at 7:26pm

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A dimly lit, cinematic painting of an empty government meeting room, with warm sunlight streaming through the windows and deep shadows cast across the walls and furniture, conveying a sense of quiet contemplation and the importance of ethical governance.The open seats on North Dakota's Ethics Commission represent a chance for residents to champion transparency and accountability in state government.Bismarck Today

North Dakota is seeking applicants to fill two open seats on the state's Ethics Commission. The first seat will fill an unexpired term left by the resignation of Dr. Cynthia Lindquist, beginning June 1, 2026 and running through August 31, 2027. The second seat will serve a full four-year term starting September 1, 2026. The application deadline is April 30, 2026, and interested parties can apply through the Governor's website.

Why it matters

The North Dakota Ethics Commission plays a crucial role in upholding ethical standards in state government. These open positions provide an opportunity for North Dakota residents to get involved in promoting transparency and accountability in their state's political processes.

The details

The first open seat on the North Dakota Ethics Commission was left vacant by the resignation of Dr. Cynthia Lindquist. This unexpired term will run from June 1, 2026 through August 31, 2027. The second seat will serve a full four-year term beginning September 1, 2026. Interested applicants have until April 30, 2026 to submit their applications through the Governor's website.

  • The first open seat's unexpired term begins on June 1, 2026 and runs through August 31, 2027.
  • The second open seat's full four-year term begins on September 1, 2026.
  • The application deadline for both seats is April 30, 2026.

The players

Dr. Cynthia Lindquist

A former member of the North Dakota Ethics Commission who recently resigned from her position.

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What’s next

Interested North Dakota residents have until April 30, 2026 to apply for the open seats on the state's Ethics Commission through the Governor's website.

The takeaway

These open positions on the North Dakota Ethics Commission provide an important opportunity for citizens to get involved in upholding ethical standards in state government and promoting transparency in the political process.