The Greater North Dakota Chamber is set to host its annual Policy Summit on Tuesday, September 23 at Bismarck State College. Leaders from both the North Dakota Republican Party and the Democratic-Nonpartisan League Party (Dem-NPL) will gather to debate pressing topics including healthcare reform, climate change, and other legislative priorities that will shape the 2025 session.

The Policy Summit is one of the most influential gatherings for North Dakota policymakers, business leaders, and community stakeholders. This year’s discussions come at a time when healthcare costs remain a top concern for families, while the state continues to grapple with the economic and environmental challenges of climate change.

With national conversations on energy transition and rural healthcare making headlines, the Summit serves as a platform to connect those debates directly to North Dakota’s unique needs.

For residents of Bismarck and surrounding communities, the decisions and priorities discussed at this Summit could directly influence future policies on:

Healthcare accessibility in rural and urban areas.

Energy and climate initiatives, critical for North Dakota’s agriculture and oil industries.

Workforce development and how Bismarck State College continues to prepare the next generation of leaders.

The Policy Summit is more than a one-day event—it sets the tone for the state’s upcoming legislative agenda. As North Dakota approaches its next session, the outcomes from this gathering could guide new policies on healthcare, energy, and climate that will affect residents for years to come.

Community members are encouraged to follow coverage and share their perspectives on how these issues should be addressed.