This bill proposes the creation of a new section, 4.1-16-08.1, in the North Dakota Century Code, which establishes regulations regarding the placement or location of beehives. Specifically, it prohibits beekeepers from placing or locating a hive within one-half mile of the nearest edge of a roadway that is part of the state or federal highway system. The bill outlines a process for handling complaints about violations, requiring the agriculture commissioner to document the complaint, verify the violation, and contact the beekeeper to remove the hives within 48 hours.

If the beekeeper fails to comply or is unknown, the commissioner is authorized to confiscate the hives and associated equipment, which must then be disposed of according to a court or administrative order. Additionally, the bill stipulates that any costs incurred by the agriculture commissioner in enforcing these regulations will be the responsibility of the beekeeper.