N.D. Cent. Code § 23-27.2-02: Program creation and administration

1.The distressed ambulance service program is hereby created.

2.The department shall:

a.Carry out the administrative functions of the program;

b.Adopt rules necessary to implement this chapter and manage the program;

c.Take reasonable measures to ensure reliable ambulance response within a distressed ambulance service's assigned service area;

d.Monitor the implementation of a response approved under section 23-27.2-04;

e.Monitor the implementation of a plan approved under section 23-27.2-06; and

f.Annually evaluate issued waivers.

3.The department may:

a.Waive specific provisions of chapter 23-27 or rules adopted under chapter 23-27 for a defined period of time, provided such waiver does not adversely affect the health and safety of the public; and

b.Suspend or revoke a distressed ambulance service's license in accordance with section 23-27.2-06.