N.D. Admin. Code 43-02-01-02
This chapter is of statewide application and has been adopted by the industrial commission to accumulate basic coal exploration data in order to better serve the public interest and to assist the state in determining what the attitude of the state should be regarding the development of coal resources. Special rules and orders will be issued when required and shall prevail as against this chapter, if in conflict therewith. Wherever this chapter does not conflict with special rules hereafter adopted, this chapter will apply in each case. The commission may grant exceptions to this chapter, after due notice and hearing, when such exceptions will result in a greater benefit to the state and will protect the interests of all persons.
General Authority: NDCC 38-12.1-04
Law Implemented: NDCC 38-12.1-02
N.D. Admin Code 43-02-01-02