A task force has been working on ways to make North Dakota more “military friendly.”
Gov. Doug Burgum appointed that group to look at removing barriers for spouses of military personnel who come to North Dakota, or military members who want to stay here, to find jobs.
"We want to make sure North Dakota is a place that provides opportunities for veterans," said National Guard Adjutant General Alan Dohrmann. "This is not just about saying 'thank you' -- this is about makig sure we get the quality workforce this state needs."
Dohrmann said Lt. Gov. Brent Sanford is leading that task force.
"We're loooking at things like -- do we tax retired (military) pay?" Dohrmann said. "Do we tax military pay? Can a trailing spouse that comes to Grand Forks or Minot Air Force Base get a job here, or will their (professional) license not be accepted?"
Dohrmann said also, does North Dakota give credit to each military memeber for their military required skills.
The Burgum Administration could propose changes to the Legislature and to the professional licensing boards, depending on the task force's work.
"It's about making sure we are welcoming to these great Americans," Dohrmann said. "They can come here and fill the jobs we need to fill in our state."
