N.D. Cent. Code § 37-17.3-02: Statewide interoperable radio network

The chief information officer of the information technology department may purchase the necessary apparatus and equipment to construct or establish a statewide interoperable radio network for this state which enables seamless interoperable communications from local, state, and federal levels. However, the chief information officer may not use state funds including resources from the statewide interoperable radio network fund for dispatch consoles, connectivity, and associated necessary software, equipment, or services to support a public safety answering point unless these items are intended for use by a state agency or state department. The chief information officer is charged with the operation and maintenance of the statewide interoperable radio network as directed by the statewide interoperability executive committee.