ND HB1306

Amends subsection 19 of section 50-06-05.1 of the North Dakota Century Code regarding energy assistance program eligibility and administration.

Excludes retirement funds, annuities, and pension plans from being considered liquid assets for eligibility purposes, as long as money remains in those accounts.

Permits monthly or regular pension payments and penalty-free withdrawals from retirement accounts under Internal Revenue Code sections 401, 403, 408, 408A, 414, 457, or 501(a) to be counted as income.

Specifies that energy assistance program funds are obligated at the earlier of either a written commitment to pay a vendor or contractor, or actual payment for services or supplies delivered or to be delivered, effective July 1, 1991 onwards.

Authorizes the department, with budget section consent, to terminate the program if federal financial participation in administrative costs drops below 50% of total costs or if the state or counties become financially responsible for program benefits.