North Dakota 2023-2024 Regular Session

North Dakota House Bill HB1385

Introduced
1/16/23  
Refer
1/16/23  
Report Pass
2/16/23  
Engrossed
3/3/23  
Refer
3/3/23  
Report Pass
3/17/23  
Enrolled
3/22/23  

Caption

Tribal contracts with the state water commission.

Impact

The modifications introduced by HB1385 are expected to facilitate increased participation of tribal nations in water management initiatives. This bill acknowledges the important role that tribal entities play in managing water resources within the state. By enhancing the legal framework for cooperation and contracting, it could lead to improved outcomes in water conservation and flood prevention projects that also benefit state interests. This could establish a more inclusive approach in addressing water-related challenges in North Dakota, fostering relationships between state and tribal entities.

Summary

House Bill 1385 amends sections of the North Dakota Century Code regarding the cooperation between federally recognized Indian tribes and the state water commission. The bill enables enhanced collaboration in water resource management, aiming to allow both state and tribal authorities to work together on water conservation, flood control, and other related projects. By clarifying the provisions under which Indian tribes may enter into contracts with the state water commission, HB1385 seeks to streamline the process of obtaining necessary resources and permissions for such collaborative endeavors.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding HB1385 appears to be generally positive, with bipartisan support from legislators. The bill passed with unanimous votes in both the House and Senate, indicating strong legislative backing for the collaborative approach to managing water resources. The emphasis on cooperation aligns with broader goals of environmental sustainability and community engagement, highlighting a willingness to integrate tribal governance into state planning processes for natural resource management.

Contention

Despite the overall support, there may be concerns regarding the implementation of tribal contracts and whether the process fully respects the sovereignty of tribal nations. While legislators view the bill as a step towards enhancing cooperation, there is an underlying discussion about ensuring that tribal needs and decisions are prioritized within the partnership framework. The enactment of HB1385 prompts questions about the balance of power and the mechanisms in place to protect the interests of tribal communities involved in these state-federal collaborations.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

ND SB2058

The operations of the board of water well contractors.

ND HB1043

The vice chairman of the state water commission.

ND SB2308

Occupational and professional boards, the midwest interstate passenger rail compact, prison industry advisory committee, energy policy commission, medical marijuana advisory committee, onsite wastewater recycling technical committee, state board of water well contractors, committee on aging, brain injury advisory council, early childhood council, unemployment insurance advisory council, commission on the status of women, health information technology advisory committee, poet laureate nominating board, rural development council, America 250 commission, atmospheric resource board, and Devils Lake outlet management advisory committee; to provide for a legislative management report; to provide an effective date; and to provide an expiration date.

ND HB2870

Relating to water breaks for construction employees of contractors contracting with a governmental entity; providing an administrative penalty.

ND HB100

Attorneys & Contractors As Property Managers

ND HB1126

Watershed development commissions.

ND SB2308

AN ACT to create and enact a new section to chapter 23.1-01, a new section to chapter 54-07, and two new sections to chapter 61-03 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to standards for well drilling and installation of water well pumps, pitless units, and monitoring wells, a boards review task force, a water well contractors advisory board, and requirements for firms engaged in water well work, installation of water well pump and pitless units, monitoring well work, and drilling of geothermal systems; to amend and reenact section 6-09-43, subdivision j of subsection 2 of section 15.1-01-04, sections 15.1-07-33 and 23-35-02.2, subsection 1 of section 50-06-01.4, sections 52-02-02 and 52-02-08, subsection 1 of section 54-07-01.2, sections 54-54-05, 54-59-26, 54-59-27, 54-59-34, 54-59-36, 54-59-37, 54-59-39, 61-03-01.3, 61-04.1-03, 61-04.1-08, 61-04.1-09, 61-04.1-12, 61-04.1-14, 61-04.1-15, 61-04.1-16, 61-04.1-17, 61-04.1-18, 61-04.1-19, 61-04.1-20, 61-04.1-21, 61-04.1-33, 61-04.1-34, 61-04.1-37, 61-04.1-38, and 61-04.1-39, and subdivision a of subsection 2 of section 65-02-03.1 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the wastewater recycling treatment guide, boards and commissions, the unemployment insurance advisory council, gubernatorial appointments, the committee on aging, health information technology advisory committee, statewide longitudinal data system committee, atmospheric resource board, the department of health and human services, the council on the arts, the state engineer, the superintendent of public instruction, job service North Dakota, and workforce safety and insurance coordinating committee; to repeal chapter 8-11.1, sections 12-48-06.1, 15.1-37-05, 15.1-37-06, and 15.1-37-08, chapter 17-07, sections 19-24.1-38, 19-24.1-39, and 23-35-02.3, chapters 34-16 and 43-35, sections 50-06-05.6, 50-06.4-10, 50-11.1-25, 50-11.1-26, 50-11.1-27, 52-02-07, 54-34.3-10, 54-54-10, 54-59-25, 54-59-33, 54-59-35, 54-59-38, 54-60-25, 55-01-13, 55-01-14, 61-04.1-04, 61-04.1-05, 61-04.1-06, 61-04.1-07, and 61-04.1-10, and chapter 61-36 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to occupational and professional boards, the midwest interstate passenger rail compact, prison industry advisory committee, energy policy commission, medical marijuana advisory committee, onsite wastewater recycling technical committee, state board of water well contractors, committee on aging, brain injury advisory council, early childhood council, unemployment insurance advisory council, commission on the status of women, health information technology advisory committee, poet laureate nominating board, rural development council, America 250 commission, atmospheric resource board, and Devils Lake outlet management advisory committee; to provide for a legislative management report; to provide an effective date; and to provide an expiration date.

ND AB392

Revises provisions relating to interlocal agreements and contracts with tribal governments. (BDR 22-1059)

ND SB00953

An Act Redefining "state Contractor", "prospective State Contractor" And "subcontractor" To Exclude Statutorily Recognized Indian Tribes Of This State For Purposes Of Campaign Finance Laws.

ND HB1187

Watershed development commissions.

Similar Bills

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