Vern Thompson Press Conference: Responsible Hyperscale Development Framework May 26, 2026

North Dakota Agriculture Commissioner candidate Vern Thompson introduces the Responsible Hyperscale Development Framework (RHDF). For too long, communities have been shut out as out-of-state corporations and a handful of state officials — most of them appointed, not elected — make decisions about their futures. The RHDF gives communities a real seat at the table in evaluating and siting energy infrastructure and data centers. Learn more and get involved at thompson4nd.com/