This bill proposes the creation of a new section to chapter 54-35 of the North Dakota Century Code, establishing a Facility Construction Committee. The committee will consist of seven members from the House of Representatives and six members from the Senate, with appointments made by the legislative management. Its primary responsibilities include studying and reviewing new facility construction and remodeling projects exceeding two million dollars, ensuring efficient use of state resources, and providing formal information to the legislative assembly regarding state facilities. The committee will also be involved in the oversight of agreements related to facility construction or renovation and will report its findings and recommendations to both the capitol grounds planning commission and the legislative management.

Additionally, the bill amends section 48-10-03 of the North Dakota Century Code, enhancing the powers and duties of the capitol grounds planning commission. The commission will now be responsible for approving the physical and aesthetic features of public interior areas of buildings on the capitol grounds, in addition to its existing duties related to exterior construction and placement of items. The commission must be consulted on major interior changes and the purchase of furniture or fixtures in public areas, ensuring a cohesive aesthetic throughout the capitol grounds.

Statutes affected:
INTRODUCED: 48-10-03
Adopted by the House Government and Veterans Affairs Committee: 48-10-03
FIRST ENGROSSMENT: 48-10-03
PREFILED: 48-10-03