If the board determines that an animal is so seriously infected with brucellosis or bovine tuberculosis as to warrant disposal of the animal and of all other exposed animals, the board may approve indemnity payments, as funds are appropriated, for the animals in accordance with the limits set in section 36-14-27. The board may adopt rules governing indemnity payments under this chapter.
N.D.C.C. § 36-15-08.1