N.D. Cent. Code § 38-09-20: Rules and regulations

The state of North Dakota and its departments and agencies, the board of county commissioners of each county, and the governing body of any political subdivisions are hereby authorized to establish rules and regulations for the leasing of lands for the purposes set forth in sections 38-09-14 through 38-09-20, not inconsistent herewith. Such rules may require the deposit by any applicant for a lease of an amount sufficient to cover the publication costs.