The bill amends sections of the North Dakota Century Code concerning the membership and election processes of the barley council and wheat commission. Notably, it introduces a provision for appointing a representative on an at-large basis if a district fails to elect a district representative due to the unavailability of a participating producer. This appointed representative can seek re-election in the district they were appointed to represent. Additionally, the bill clarifies that council members must be participating producers, and it establishes a process for filling vacancies on the council.

Furthermore, the bill modifies the assessment rates imposed on barley and wheat. The assessment for barley is adjusted from twenty mills to thirty mills per bushel, while the assessment for wheat is changed from fifteen mills to twenty mills per bushel. These assessments apply to all barley and wheat grown, delivered, or sold within the state, with specific exemptions noted for barley used as livestock feed. The changes aim to streamline the governance of the barley council and wheat commission while updating the financial assessments related to these agricultural products.

Statutes affected:
INTRODUCED: 4.1-02-03, 4.1-02-12, 4.1-13-15
Enrollment: 4.1-02-03, 4.1-02-12, 4.1-13-15