The commission shall regulate all railroads carrying property or passengers within this state. The commission, to the extent not inconsistent with federal law, shall:

Terms Used In North Dakota Code 49-10.1-03

1.    Prevent unfair competition, unjust discrimination, or undue or unreasonable preferences between shippers or consignees by lines of competing railroads.

2.    Require the filing of reports and data by railroads as the commission may determine to be necessary to allow it to carry out its regulatory functions under this chapter and other provisions of law.

3.    Regulate railroads in all matters affecting the relations between railroads and the public to the end that this chapter may be fully and completely carried out.