Looks like there is going to be a vote on the Fighting Sioux logo and nickname. Preliminary reports show that an
unofficial poll taken show more than 50% Of North Dakota Senators Supporting Fighting Sioux Nickname.
BISMARCK — The Fighting Sioux nickname and logo issue is listed on Friday’s North Dakota Senate voting lineup.
Just because the bill is on the calendar is not a guarantee that it will be voted on tomorrow. At least three senators will not be present because they are away on state business.
House Bill 1263 states UND athletic teams shall be known as the Fighting Sioux. Neither UND nor the state Board of Higher Education may take action to discontinue the use of the nickname or logo.
It requires the attorney general to consider filing a federal antitrust claim against the NCAA if the association takes any action to penalize UND for using the nickname and logo.
