North Dakota 2023-2024 Regular Session

North Dakota House Bill HB1275

Introduced
1/11/23  
Refer
1/11/23  

Caption

Applicants for membership on the beef commission.

Impact

The implications of HB 1275 on state laws include the introduction of clearer guidelines for membership application processes within state regulatory bodies, specifically the beef commission. This may streamline how applicants are processed and selected, contributing to increased participation from various stakeholders in the beef industry. By clarifying membership qualifications and application procedures, the bill could enhance the operational efficacy of the commission, leading to more informed decision-making that reflects the overall beef industry landscape of the state.

Summary

House Bill 1275 pertains to the membership of applicants on the beef commission. The bill seeks to establish specific criteria and procedures for individuals wishing to apply for membership on this commission. Its focus is primarily on ensuring that the membership of the commission reflects a diverse representation of the beef industry, which is significant to the state's agricultural economy. This bill highlights the importance of the beef sector and aims to enhance the governance and direction of the commission.

Contention

Notable points of contention surrounding HB 1275 may include the debate over who qualifies for membership and the criteria set by the bill. Some stakeholders may argue that the bill does not adequately account for smaller producers or diverse voices within the beef industry. Others might assert that the application process could inadvertently lead to favoritism or exclusion of certain groups. The discussions around these criteria emphasize the ongoing challenges of ensuring fair representation in state commissions that affect critical sectors of the economy.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

ND SB2346

Applicants for membership on the beef commission.

ND SB2346

A BILL for an Act to create and enact a new section to chapter 4.1-03 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to beef commission member appointments; and to amend and reenact section 4.1-03-02 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to applicants for membership on the beef commission.

ND SB2202

The definition of a cattle industry representative, the election and terms of members to the North Dakota beef commission, commission vacancies, and requiring livestock auction markets and livestock dealers to forward names of cattle sellers; to provide a penalty; and to provide an effective date.

ND HB1207

The definition of a cattle industry representative, the election and terms of members to the North Dakota beef commission, commission vacancies, and requiring livestock auction markets and livestock dealers to forward names of cattle sellers, and the refund of assessments; to provide a penalty; and to provide an effective date.

ND SB2202

A BILL for an Act to create and enact three new sections to chapter 4.1-03 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the creation of districts, district commission member nomination and election procedures, and the costs of elections of district representative commission members; to amend and reenact sections 4.1-03-01, 4.1-03-02, 4.1-03-03, and 4.1-03-04 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the definition of a cattle industry representative, the election and terms of members to the North Dakota beef commission, commission vacancies, and requiring livestock auction markets and livestock dealers to forward names of cattle sellers; to provide a penalty; and to provide an effective date.

ND HB1207

A BILL for an Act to create and enact four new sections to chapter 4.1-03 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the creation of districts, district commission member nomination and election procedures, the costs of elections of district representative commission members, and the referral of cattle assessments; to amend and reenact sections 4.1-03-01, 4.1-03-02, 4.1-03-03, 4.1-03-04, 4.1-03-12, and 4.1-03-17 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the definition of a cattle industry representative, the election and terms of members to the North Dakota beef commission, commission vacancies, and requiring livestock auction markets and livestock dealers to forward names of cattle sellers, and the refund of assessments; to provide a penalty; and to provide an effective date.

ND SB2161

Member districts and the assessments levied by the barley council and wheat commission.

ND S2232

Expands membership of State Health Benefits Commission and School Employees' Health Benefits Commission.

ND LD870

An Act Regarding the Membership of the Maine Land Use Planning Commission

ND HF4089

Membership and appointing authority of Minnesota Sentencing Guidelines Commission amended, and commissioner of corrections designated as nonvoting member of commission.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.