HB 1072 Summary

• Amends North Dakota workers' compensation law to remove the word "annual" from premium payment requirements, allowing the organization to require premiums on different schedules.

• Requires employers to file payroll reports electronically and establishes penalties up to $5,000 for failure to submit required payroll information or records.

• Increases penalties for employers who fail to secure required workforce safety and insurance coverage, with base penalty of 25% of premiums due plus additional 5% per year of non-compliance (capped at 6 years).

• Creates new liability for general contractors and subcontractors who use services of precluded subcontractors, establishing penalties of $5,000 plus $100 per day for violations.

• Repeals section 65-06.2-09 regarding safety and performance reviews and modifies notice procedures by allowing regular mail instead of certified mail for administrative orders.