A BILL for an Act to create and enact section 4.1-16-08.1 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the placement or location of a beehive; and to provide a penalty.
Impact
If enacted, SB2343 would amend the North Dakota Century Code to include new provisions specifically regulating beekeeping near roadways. By instituting a strict limitation on hive placement, the bill seeks to prevent accidents or disturbances that might arise due to bee activity in areas frequented by vehicles. Additionally, the legislation assigns responsibility to beekeepers for costs incurred by the agriculture commissioner in enforcing these new regulations, thereby emphasizing accountability within the agricultural sector.
Summary
Senate Bill 2343 establishes regulations concerning the placement and location of beehives in North Dakota, specifically prohibiting beekeepers from locating hives within one-half mile of the nearest edge of a state or federal highway. This legislation arises from a perceived need to enhance safety on roadways, as the presence of beehives in close proximity to highways may pose risks to both motorists and the beekeeping activities themselves. The bill aims to mitigate these risks by clearly delineating safe distances for hive placement, thus aligning beekeeping practices with highway safety standards.
Contention
While the bill aims to address safety and regulatory concerns, it may also face pushback from some beekeepers who could view the one-half mile restriction as overly restrictive. Such opposition might stem from concerns about the practicality of finding suitable locations for hives, particularly in areas where agricultural land is limited. Beekeepers might argue that the bill could hinder their operations and negatively impact local pollination efforts, which are crucial for both agricultural productivity and the environment.
A BILL for an Act to create and enact section 4.1-16-08.1 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the placement or location of a beehive; and to provide a penalty.
A BILL for an Act to create and enact sections 16.1-08.1-09, 16.1-08.1-10, 16.1-08.1-11, and 16.1-08.1-12 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to reporting the ultimate and true source of funds; to amend and reenact sections 16.1-08.1-01 and 16.1-10-04.1 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to political advertisements and reporting the ultimate and true sources of funds; to repeal section 16.1-08.1-08 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to identifying the ultimate and true source of funds; and to provide a penalty.
A BILL for an Act to create and enact a new chapter to title 13 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to earned wage access providers; and to provide a penalty.
A BILL for an Act to create and enact chapter 16.1-08.2 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to campaign disclosure statements; to amend and reenact sections 15.1-09-08, 15.1-09-19, 16.1-01-12, and 16.1-10-04.1, and subdivision f of subsection 8 of section 51-28-01 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to campaign disclosure statements; to repeal chapter 16.1-08.1 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to campaign disclosure statements; to provide a penalty; to provide for application; and to provide an effective date.
A BILL for an Act to amend and reenact section 16.1-10-04 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to false political advertisements; and to provide a penalty.