Fargo State Representative Jim Kasper hospitalized in Bismarck

BISMARCK, N.D. (KVRR/Prairie Public Broadcasting 7pm UPDATE) – State Representative Jim Kasper of Fargo is in the hospital in Bismarck after he suffered a stroke.

That is according to a social media post by ND District 46 Republicans.

Kasper was admitted Wednesday morning and they say he is surrounded by family and friends.

The chaplain of the day prayed for him on the House floor.

Kasper’s conference committee assignments have been given to other Republican members.

The 79-year-old Republican was first elected to the legislature in 2001 in District 46, covering a southeast section of Fargo.

Statement from Rob Muntz, Chair of District 46 Republicans

Our thoughts and prayers are with Rep. Jim Kasper his wife Sandi & two sons and we wish him a swift and full recovery after his recent medical event. The news of Representative Kasper is a shock to the district.

Jim’s dedication to his constituents in District 46 and the state of North Dakota is well known. Starting as District 46 Chair and then moving to his career as the second longest currently serving North Dakota Representative, Jim has made many friends. Many of them are currently serving alongside him in the House, and our thoughts are with them as well.

Rob Muntz District 46 chair said, “We are praying Rep. Kasper makes a full recovery. We ask the public to pray for him and his family as they await Jim’s prognosis.”