N.D. Cent. Code § 49-17.1-05: Subsidy of railway lines

The department, with the approval of the commission, may provide financial assistance, within the limits of funds appropriated by the legislative assembly, for the continuation of operations and maintenance of any railroad within the state, as provided for in the Railroad Revitalization and Regulatory Reform Act of 1976 [Pub. L. 94-210; 90 Stat. 149; 49 U.S.C. 1651 et seq.], or other relevant federal legislation. The department or the commission may act as the agent in cooperation with the federal government, any local or regional transportation authority, local governmental units, any group of rail users, or any person in any rail service assistance program.