The bill amends various sections of the North Dakota Century Code related to pesticide certification standards and pesticide control. It introduces a new definition for "pesticide certification standards," which incorporates federal requirements from the Code of Federal Regulations. Additionally, the bill modifies existing definitions, such as changing "all" to "any" in several instances, and clarifies the roles and responsibilities of certified applicators and the pesticide control board. It also specifies that individuals applying restricted use pesticides must comply with certification requirements or be under the direct supervision of a certified applicator.

Furthermore, the bill outlines unlawful acts related to pesticide application and establishes grounds for denial, suspension, or revocation of certifications. It emphasizes the importance of compliance with federal regulations and includes provisions for the board to adopt rules regarding pesticide application methods and safety. The amendments aim to enhance the regulatory framework governing pesticide use in North Dakota, ensuring that applicators adhere to safety standards and environmental protections.

Statutes affected:
PREFILED: 4.1-33-01, 4.1-33-03, 4.1-33-12, 4.1-33-13, 4.1-33-16, 4.1-33-20
Prepared by the Legislative Council staff for Representative Beltz: 4.1-33-01, 4.1-33-03, 4.1-33-12, 4.1-33-13, 4.1-33-16, 4.1-33-20
Enrollment: 4.1-33-01, 4.1-33-03, 4.1-33-12, 4.1-33-13, 4.1-33-16, 4.1-33-20
INTRODUCED: 4.1-33-01, 4.1-33-03, 4.1-33-12, 4.1-33-13, 4.1-33-16, 4.1-33-20