Categories: Behavioral Health
BISMARCK, N.D. (SEPT. 22, 2026) – Gov. Kelly Armstrong today joined state leaders, legislators and project partners to mark the placement of the final structural beam for the new North Dakota State Hospital in Jamestown, a $300 million, 140-bed facility that will expand and modernize inpatient behavioral healthcare for North Dakotans.
Read the full release at Governor.nd.gov.
Categories: Public Health
HHS reminds families about car seat safety during Child Passenger Safety Week, Sept. 20-26
In 2025, nearly three out of four car seats checked in North Dakota were found to have at least one misuse, according to North Dakota car seat checkup data.
During Child Passenger Safety Week, Sept. 20-26, North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) and Vision Zero are encouraging parents and caregivers to make sure children are properly secured in the right car seat and to seek help from a certified child passenger safety technician.
Categories: Behavioral Health
BISMARCK, N.D. (SEPT. 18, 2026) – Gov. Kelly Armstrong will lead a beam signing ceremony for the new North Dakota State Hospital on Tuesday, Sept. 22, in Jamestown, celebrating the placement of the final structural beam. Joining the governor will be state legislators, North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) officials and community leaders.
Categories: Behavioral Health, Children and families
North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) recognized five individuals and teams for their outstanding contributions to children, families and behavioral health services during the 2026 Behavioral Health & Children and Family Services Conference.
The annual awards recognize providers and professionals who demonstrate exceptional service, innovation, leadership and a commitment to improving the lives of North Dakotans.
Categories: Economic Assistance
North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) is reminding households participating in the Summer Electronic Benefits Transfer (S-EBT) program, also known as “SUN Bucks,” to use their benefits before they expire.
