This bill proposes several amendments and new provisions related to onsite wastewater treatment systems in North Dakota. It amends section 43-18-24 to include penalties for individuals who install or service these systems without proper licensing, classifying such violations as a class B misdemeanor. Additionally, the bill introduces new sections that establish standards for the installation, servicing, and inspection of onsite wastewater sewage treatment systems, which will be governed by rules set by the board. Notably, the board is prohibited from contracting with local public health units for inspections, ensuring that oversight remains centralized.

Furthermore, the bill allows for appeals to the Department of Environmental Quality regarding decisions made by the board related to permits and licenses for wastewater treatment systems. It also stipulates that individuals must be licensed to engage in the business of installing or servicing these systems, with an exemption for those working on their own premises. Lastly, the bill repeals sections 23-35-02.2 and 23-35-02.3, which pertained to the onsite wastewater recycling technical committee, streamlining the regulatory framework for wastewater management in the state.

Statutes affected:
INTRODUCED: 23-35-02, 43-18-24
Adopted by the Senate Agriculture and Veterans Affairs Committee: 43-18-24
FIRST ENGROSSMENT: 43-18-24