Grand Forks elections · Candidate listing

Lukas Arthur Maughan

State House, District 43

Democratic-NPL

Election day:

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 a priority. His proposed measures include restricting stock trading and business ownership by elected officials while in office and limiting lawmakers’ immediate transition to lobbying.

    Grand Forks Herald
  • Data centers

    He supports aggressive state action to regulate and limit hyperscale AI data-center development, citing potential costs and resource impacts.

    Grand Forks Herald
  • Renewable energy

    He supports investment in renewable-energy infrastructure, saying it could create a new economic sector and increase energy independence.

    Grand Forks Herald

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