ND HB1144

Creates new Chapter 49-22.1 to establish siting requirements for gas and liquid energy conversion facilities and transmission facilities, paralleling existing electric facility requirements under Chapter 49-22.

Requires utilities to obtain certificates of site compatibility or route permits from the Public Service Commission before constructing gas or liquid energy conversion or transmission facilities.

Allows utilities to adjust transmission line routes before or during construction within designated corridors without commission action if conditions are met, with a 10-working-day approval process for adjustments affecting avoidance areas.

Establishes a siting process expense recovery fund with continuing appropriation, funded by applicant fees based on facility investment amounts ($500-$5,000 per million dollars depending on facility type).

Imposes civil penalties up to $10,000 per day (capped at $200,000) and criminal penalties (Class A misdemeanors) for constructing facilities without required permits or violating siting conditions.