BISMARCK, N.D. (NewsDakota.com) – Dickinson Representative Luke Simons was expelled from the state House of Representatives over allegations of sexual harassment by legislative staff, interns and House colleagues. Simons denied the allegations. The vote to expel Simons was 69 to 25.
Representative Dwight Kiefert of Valley City said he voted to expel Simons saying, “the past…complaints and failure of him to correct his inappropriate behavior is why I voted to expel him. Instead of apologizing for his actions over the past four years he asked “What am I guilty of? His comment, Let’s have some fun with it”, regarding an investigation was very troubling. I think this sounds like someone who needs a psychiatric evaluation.”
VALLEY CITY, N.D. (NewsDakota.com) – Here is a list of the District 24 Legislative Meet and Greet/Forum’s that will be held during the 2021 Legislative Session in the the region.
District 24 State Senator Mike Wobbema and State Representatives Dwight Kiefert and Cole Christensen will address issues of importance surrounding the legislative session and take your questions about any bills of interest.
February 26th-March 3rd crossover
Saturday, March 6th – (9:00-11:00 AM) Enderlin Meet and Greet, Location TBD
Saturday March 13th – No Meet and Greet/Forum
Saturday, March 20th – (9:00-11:00 Am) Valley City, Location TBD
Saturday, March 27th – No Meet and Greet/Forum