North Dakota § 54-60-24 - Rural development office

Full text of North Dakota North Dakota Century Code § 54-60-24 — Rural development office, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 54-60-24. Rural development office

1. The commissioner shall administer the rural development office. The purpose of the office is to assist in the development of rural North Dakota communities. 2. The commissioner may contract with a third party for the provision of services for the rural development office. If the commissioner contracts with a third party under this subsection, all data and databases collected and created by the third party in performing services for the office are the property of the department and the third party. 3. The department may seek and accept any gift, grant, or donation of funds, property, services, or other assistance from public or private sources for the purpose of furthering the objectives of the rural development office.

Source: official North Dakota text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About North Dakota § 54-60-24

What does North Dakota Century Code § 54-60-24 cover?

Section 54-60-24 ("Rural development office") is part of the North Dakota Century Code, the codified statutory law of North Dakota. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.

How do I cite North Dakota § 54-60-24?

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