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North DakotaSB 20582025 Regular SessionSenateWALLET
AN ACT to amend and reenact subsection 5 of section 43-35-13, section 43-35-14, subsection 1 of section 43-35-17, and sections 43-35-21 and 43-35-23 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the operations of the board of water well contractors; and to repeal section 43-35-16 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the operations of the board of water well contractors.
Sponsored By: Senate Workforce Development
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Bill Overview
Analyzed Economic Effects
3 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 0 costs, 2 mixed.
Reciprocal licenses for out-of-state well contractors
The board can grant a North Dakota certificate to people already certified in another state. This covers water well contractors, monitoring well contractors, pump and pitless unit installers, and geothermal system drillers. You must pay the fee, furnish the required bond, and show your qualifications match North Dakota standards. You must follow the same rules as in‑state certificate holders.
New continuing education rules for well contractors
To renew, certificate holders must earn board‑approved continuing education every two years. New certificate holders do not need credits until the second renewal year. Approved training can come from the National Ground Water Association, the North Dakota Well Drillers Association, board workshops, the Department of Environmental Quality, the State Water Commission, or any board‑approved provider. Most courses must be preapproved; submit a course outline, instructor name, length, and how it relates to well construction and service. If a course was not preapproved, you can ask for credit later by sending proof you attended, a course outline, and why you did not get preapproval; the board decides case by case.
Old board rules for well contractors repealed
The law repeals sections 43-35-11.1, 43-35-12, 43-35-13, 43-35-14, 43-35-16, and 43-35-17. These sections covered parts of the Board of Water Well Contractors' operations. This change removes those older rules and shifts to the updated framework now in law and board rules.
Sponsors & Cosponsors
Sponsor
Senate Workforce Development
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Cosponsors
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Roll Call Votes
Senate vote • 4/15/2025
Second reading, passed, yeas 42 nays 4
Yes: 42 • No: 4
House vote • 3/17/2025
Second reading, passed as amended, yeas 77 nays 15
Yes: 77 • No: 15
Senate vote • 1/15/2025
Second reading, passed, yeas 44 nays 3
Yes: 44 • No: 3
Actions Timeline
Filed with Secretary Of State 04/22
4/24/2025HouseSigned by Governor 04/21
4/23/2025SenateSent to Governor
4/18/2025SenateSigned by President
4/18/2025SenateSigned by Speaker
4/18/2025HouseSecond reading, passed, yeas 42 nays 4
4/15/2025SenateConcurred
4/15/2025SenateReturned to Senate (12)
3/18/2025SenateSecond reading, passed as amended, yeas 77 nays 15
3/17/2025HouseAmendment adopted, placed on calendar
3/14/2025HouseReported back amended, do pass, amendment placed on calendar 10 4 0
3/13/2025HouseCommittee Hearing 02:30
3/10/2025HouseIntroduced, first reading, referred Industry, Business and Labor Committee
2/13/2025HouseReceived from Senate
1/16/2025HouseSecond reading, passed, yeas 44 nays 3
1/15/2025SenateReported back, do pass, place on calendar 5 0 0
1/14/2025SenateCommittee Hearing 09:00
1/10/2025SenateIntroduced, first reading, referred Workforce Development Committee
1/7/2025Senate
Bill Text
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Prepared by the Legislative Council staff for Representative Koppelman
SENATE BILL NO. 2058 with House Amendments
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