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Recorders Testify in Support of Repeal of Century Code Provision Requiring Public Forms; Committee Gives Due Pass
Summary
County recorders told the committee that Century Code section 44-04-16 — requiring officers to provide blanks and records at public expense — is outdated and risks implying recorders provide legal advice. The committee gave Senate Bill 22-59 a due-pass recommendation.
County recorders from multiple counties told the North Dakota House Political Subdivisions Committee they support repealing Century Code section 44-04-16, a provision that the recorders said historically required county, city, township and school-district officers to provide blank forms for official business.
Carrie Krause, Wells County Recorder, said many recorders did…
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