The bill amends section 61-02-08 of the North Dakota Century Code, which pertains to the structure and meeting protocols of the state water commission. The key changes include the deletion of the provision that designated the governor as the chairman and allowed the commission to select a member to serve as vice chairman. Instead, the bill establishes that the governor or their appointed representative will preside over all commission meetings. In the event of the governor's absence or disability, the vice chairman will take on the presiding role.

Additionally, the bill maintains the requirement for the commission to hold at least one meeting every two months at locations determined by resolution. The authority for calling meetings remains with the chairman or, in their absence, the vice chairman. Overall, the amendments clarify the leadership structure of the commission and streamline the meeting procedures.

Statutes affected:
PREFILED: 61-02-08
Enrollment: 61-02-08
INTRODUCED: 61-02-08