The functions of the state geologist relative to oil and gas conservation, pursuant to chapter 45-9, are transferred to the Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources and the secretary of agriculture and natural resources.

Source: SL 1984, ch 343, § 24; SL 1991, ch 17 (Ex. Ord. 91-4), § 17; SL 2021, ch 1 (Ex. Ord. 21-3), § 52, eff. Apr. 19, 2021.