North Dakota 2023-2024 Regular Session

North Dakota Senate Bill SB2289

Introduced

1/16/23

Refer

1/16/23

Report Pass

2/2/23

Engrossed

2/6/23

Refer

2/17/23

Report Pass

3/24/23

Enrolled

3/31/23

Passed

4/5/23

Caption

The energy development and transmission committee.

Impact

The bill aims to establish a formalized approach to energy policy by mandating the committee to examine all aspects of energy production and distribution. This will include reviewing policies related to extraction, generation, processing, and transportation of energy resources. By emphasizing the need for a coordinated effort in developing energy opportunities, SB2289 recognizes the significance of energy in supporting economic and agricultural growth within the state.

Summary

Senate Bill 2289 seeks to amend and reenact section 54-35-18 of the North Dakota Century Code, which pertains to the Energy Development and Transmission Committee. This committee is tasked with studying the impact of a comprehensive energy policy in North Dakota and ensuring the development of the energy sector from resource extraction to market distribution. The goal is to create a state-wide energy policy that promotes sustainable growth and addresses challenges in the energy sector while engaging stakeholders from the energy and agricultural industries.

Sentiment

The sentiment around SB2289 appears largely supportive among legislative members, as indicated by the strong voting outcome, with 89 yeas and only 3 nays during the House's second reading. This overwhelming support suggests a collective recognition of the necessity to enhance North Dakota's energy policy framework. However, while the bill encourages development and responsible growth, there exist underlying concerns regarding the balance between energy expansion and environmental considerations, which have not been fully addressed in the bill.

Contention

Notable points of contention include the integration of perspectives from both the energy and agriculture sectors, particularly regarding how energy policies might affect agricultural interests. Stakeholders may have differing opinions on the regulatory environment and its impact on local farming operations. Additionally, the focus on creating a comprehensive state policy raises questions around local autonomy and whether statewide regulations could amplify tensions between community interests and large-scale energy developments.

Latest ND SB2289 Activity

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Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

ND SB2374

A postproduction royalty oversight program; and to provide a report to the energy development and transmission committee.

ND SB2009

The salary of the agriculture commissioner, the federal environmental law impact review committee, the environmental impact mitigation fund, and mitigating environmental impacts; to provide for a transfer; to provide an exemption; and to provide for a legislative management study.

ND HB1018

The legacy investment for technology program, the North Dakota development fund, the workforce enhancement council, the administration of uncrewed aircraft system programs, workforce development grants to tribally controlled community colleges, and a North Dakota development fund grant program; to provide a transfer; to provide an exemption; to provide for a report; and to declare an emergency.

ND HB1523

Committeemen and political party reorganization after redistricting.

ND HB1539

Duties of the employee benefits programs committee.

ND SB2327

Uses of the agriculture diversification and development fund and committee; to provide an appropriation; and to provide for a transfer.

ND SB2308

Occupational and professional boards, the midwest interstate passenger rail compact, prison industry advisory committee, energy policy commission, medical marijuana advisory committee, onsite wastewater recycling technical committee, state board of water well contractors, committee on aging, brain injury advisory council, early childhood council, unemployment insurance advisory council, commission on the status of women, health information technology advisory committee, poet laureate nominating board, rural development council, America 250 commission, atmospheric resource board, and Devils Lake outlet management advisory committee; to provide for a legislative management report; to provide an effective date; and to provide an expiration date.

ND HB1535

A state alert notice system and the committee on tribal and state relations; and to provide for a report.

ND HB1379

The legacy sinking and interest fund and the legacy earnings fund; to provide an effective date; and to declare an emergency.

ND HB1431

District parties and district committees.

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