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Senate panel backs bill to streamline PSC review of DOT rail grant applications
Summary
The Senate Transportation Committee voted to give a due-pass recommendation to Senate Bill 2068, which removes a requirement that the North Dakota Department of Transportation obtain Public Service Commission approval before applying for certain rail grants while keeping the PSC involved in an advisory role.
The Senate Transportation Committee voted to give Senate Bill 2068 a due-pass recommendation after hearing testimony that the measure would streamline state processes for rail grants and grade‑crossing projects.
The bill would remove a statutory requirement that the North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) obtain formal approval from the Public Service Commission (PSC) before applying for rail grants, while preserving PSC participation in planning and advisory forums. "The NDDOT is well positioned to understand the needs of the state when it comes to…
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