SB 2323: AN ACT to amend and reenact sections 57-51-15 and 57-51.1-07.5 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to oil and gas gross production tax allocations and the state share of oil and gas tax allocations; to provide for a legislative management report; to provide an exemption; and to provide an effective date.
SB 2323 status: Introduced — Filed with Secretary Of State 05/19 (updated Jun 11, 2025).
What this bill does
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Bill summary
OfficialThis bill changes how the state handles taxes collected from oil and gas companies. It updates how that money is divided up, requires a report on the results, creates some specific tax exemptions, and sets a date for when these new rules begin.
Key analysis
Impact analysis
Environment
Benefits
- No direct impact on environmental standards identified.
Risks
- No direct impact on environmental standards identified.
Economy
Benefits
- Potential optimization of revenue distribution.
- Increased transparency through mandatory legislative reporting.
Risks
- Redistribution may create funding uncertainty for local jurisdictions.
- Operational adjustments required for tax administration.
Society
Benefits
- Potential for more efficient allocation of public funds.
Risks
- Redirection of funds may indirectly affect infrastructure or local services.
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OpenStates
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Analysis status
OpenStates summary
Shifting oil and gas tax allocations may lead to unforeseen budgetary shortfalls for local governments.
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Introduced
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