Top North Dakota Republicans are reacting to news that long-time State Senator Ray Holmberg of Grand Forks will not seek reelection. Holmberg has served in the Senate since 1976.
Governor Doug Burgum says Holmberg has been a dedicated advocate for residents in District 17 and all North Dakotans. “He has been a true statesman of the Legislature.”
U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer referred to Holmberg as a legend. “It’s hard to drive around Grand Forks and not see Ray’s beneficial influence in the institutions surrounding the city.”
U.S. Senator John Hoeven says Holmberg has left his mark on Grand Forks and the state. “He helped the state overcome a variety of challenges, seize new opportunities for growth and improve our quality of life.”
In a prepared statement Holmberg says “After consultation with family and the medical community, do not afford me the cognitive ability to accurately perform the work required and expected of a senator representing the people of Grand Forks in the 2023 legislative session.” He goes on to say “The stress of a session and a campaign will only exacerbate a weakened ability to concentrate on the matters at hand and effectively recall events.”
Holmberg is 79.
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