The bill amends section 20.1-02-04 of the North Dakota Century Code, which outlines the duties of the director of the state's wildlife department. Among the existing responsibilities, the director is tasked with maintaining an office, adopting necessary rules, keeping accurate records, enforcing wildlife laws, and cooperating with federal agencies. The amendment introduces a new duty for the director to keep a record of all positive detections of chronic wasting disease for a period of four years. This record must include a microscopic slide of the prion and a necropsy report, which will be made available to the public.

This addition aims to enhance transparency and public awareness regarding chronic wasting disease, a serious concern for wildlife management. By mandating the documentation and public availability of such critical information, the bill seeks to improve the state's response to wildlife health issues and promote conservation efforts.

Statutes affected:
INTRODUCED: 20.1-02-04