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ND SB2336

Bill

Status

Passed

4/3/2025

Primary Sponsor

Greg Kessel

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Origin

Senate

69th Legislative Assembly

AI Summary

  • Establishes state regulation of conveyances (elevators, escalators, platform lifts, dumbwaiters, moving walks, and similar equipment) under the State Electrical Board, requiring registration, permits for installation/alteration, and annual certificates of operation

  • Expands the State Electrical Board from five to six members by adding an elevator mechanic position alongside existing representatives from electrical trades and utilities

  • Requires elevator contractors and inspectors to register with the board, with contractors required to employ at least one licensed elevator mechanic

  • Mandates accident reporting within 48 hours for incidents causing death or injury requiring medical treatment, and authorizes penalties of at least $50 for operating without a certificate

  • Phases in inspection requirements: acceptance tests for new/altered conveyances and traction elevators by August 2026, annual tests for hydraulic elevators/escalators by August 2027, and five-year full load safety tests for all conveyances by August 2032

Legislative Description

Definitions applicable to conveyance regulation and the membership of the state electrical board; to provide a penalty; and to provide for application.

Last Action

Filed with Secretary Of State 04/03

4/4/2025

Committee Referrals

Industry, Business and Labor2/18/2025
Industry and Business1/20/2025

Full Bill Text

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