Bill > HB1551

This bill establishes a comprehensive regulatory framework for biostimulants and beneficial substances in North Dakota, creating new definitions and requirements for their distribution and sale. The legislation defines key terms such as "beneficial substance" (which includes plant amendments, biostimulants, and soil amendments) and establishes a licensing and registration system for distributors. Distributors must obtain a two-year license for each location, pay a $100 fee, and register each product for $50, with penalties for late renewals. The bill mandates detailed labeling requirements, including product composition, manufacturer information, directions for use, and specific details about micro-organisms. Distributors must pay an inspection fee of $10 or 20 cents per ton of product distributed and maintain records for three years. The bill prohibits distributing unregistered, misbranded, or adulterated beneficial substances, with violations potentially resulting in a class A misdemeanor and civil penalties up to $2,500. The North Dakota Agriculture Commissioner is granted authority to inspect, sample, and test products, issue stop-sale orders, and adopt rules to implement the chapter. Some soil amendments like hay, straw, and compost are exempted from full composition requirements, and the commissioner has discretion to grant additional exemptions.

Agriculture and Natural Resources, Military Affairs and Security

https://ndlegis.gov/assembly/69-2025/regular/bill-overview/bo1551.html