N.D. Cent. Code § 4.1-07-09: Council - Powers

The council may:

1.Expend moneys collected pursuant to this chapter for its administration;

2.Employ, bond, and compensate necessary personnel;

3.Accept gifts, grants, and donations of money, property, and services, to carry out this chapter;

4.a.Contract with the governmental entity that is responsible for administration of the dry pea and lentil assessment in another state or province and provide for:

(1)The return by that governmental entity of any assessment charged on dry peas and lentils grown in this state; and

(2)The return by the council of any assessment charged on dry peas and lentils grown in another state or province; and

b.Contract with any person for any other purpose permitted under this chapter;

5.Sue and be sued; and

6.Do all things necessary and proper to enforce and administer this chapter.