Lukas Arthur Maughan

Background

Maughan, 29, works as a paralegal in North Dakota and Minnesota and holds a degree from Minnesota State University Moorhead. He previously ran for North Dakota House District 45 in 2018.

Sources: Grand Forks Local — 2026 election guide

What the candidate has said

Statements are attributed to the linked sources.

• Government accountability

  He identifies transparency and accountability in state government as his top concern. His proposals include restricting stock trading and business ownership by elected officials while in office, limiting immediate moves by lawmakers into lobbying, and addressing the influence of money in politics.

  Grand Forks Herald — 2027 legislative priorities survey

• Data centers

  He opposes large data center projects absent stronger regulation, arguing for action to limit and regulate the industry.

  Grand Forks Herald — District 43 data center survey

• Public services

  He says government should support people’s needs and provide services and opportunities, and argues that public education and the state budget should not be disadvantaged while tax breaks go to AI data centers.

  Grand Forks Herald — 2026 District 43 candidate questionnaire