Subsidy of railway lines
N.D. Cent. Code § 49-17.1-05
in effect49-17.1-05. 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.
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