The bill amends the definition of "farmed elk" in section 36-25-01 of the North Dakota Century Code. The current definition, which refers to the elk family (cervus elaphus) and excludes red deer, is updated to specify that "farmed elk" refers to mammals of the North American elk genus and species (cervus canadensis). This definition encompasses elk that are confined in a manmade enclosure designed to prevent escape and are raised for various purposes, including fiber, meat, animal byproducts, breeding, exhibition, or other uses.

Additionally, the bill retains the definitions for "Board," which refers to the state board of animal health, and "Commissioner," which refers to the agriculture commissioner, as well as the definition of "Owner" as a person responsible for the raising of farmed elk. The changes aim to clarify the legal definition of farmed elk within the context of North Dakota's agricultural regulations.

Statutes affected:
PREFILED: 36-25-01
Enrollment: 36-25-01
INTRODUCED: 36-25-01