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 that a member's term is four years with a limit of three consecutive terms.

Furthermore, the bill modifies the assessment rates imposed on barley and wheat. The assessment for barley is adjusted to thirty mills per bushel, while the assessment for wheat is changed to twenty mills per bushel. The language regarding the assessment has been streamlined to clarify that it applies to all wheat grown, delivered, or sold in the state at the time of sale. These changes aim to enhance the governance of the barley council and wheat commission while ensuring fair representation and updated financial assessments for producers.

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