North Dakota Code 54-34.3-16 – Life science industries – Promotion – Exemption
The commissioner of commerce shall promote the development of life science industries in this state. Life science industries include biotechnology, biomedical sciences, and biopharmaceuticals. If any entity owns or operates an animal or research facility, the ownership or operation does not violate the requirements of chapter 10-06.1, provided the commissioner annually certifies to the secretary of state that:
Terms Used In North Dakota Code 54-34.3-16
- State: when applied to the different parts of the United States, includes the District of Columbia and the territories. See North Dakota Code 1-01-49
- United States: includes the District of Columbia and the territories. See North Dakota Code 1-01-49
1. a. The facility is licensed or registered with the United States department of agriculture animal and plant health inspection service, as required by the Animal Welfare Act; b. The facility has an assurance on file with the United States public health service; or c. The facility is accredited by the association for assessment and accreditation of laboratory animal care; and
2. The primary purpose of the facility involves the production of products for uses other than human food consumption.