The document outlines rules from the North Dakota Ethics Commission regarding gifts and notice requirements for social and educational events. It provides details of an event hosted by Friends of Ag & Energy on April 15, 2023 in Fargo regarding carbon capture and its impact on agriculture markets.
The document outlines rules from the North Dakota Ethics Commission regarding gifts and notice requirements for social and educational events. It provides details of an event hosted by Friends of Ag & Energy on April 15, 2023 in Fargo regarding carbon capture and its impact on agriculture markets.
The document outlines rules from the North Dakota Ethics Commission regarding gifts and notice requirements for social and educational events. It provides details of an event hosted by Friends of Ag & Energy on April 15, 2023 in Fargo regarding carbon capture and its impact on agriculture markets.
The document outlines rules from the North Dakota Ethics Commission regarding gifts and notice requirements for social and educational events. It provides details of an event hosted by Friends of Ag & Energy on April 15, 2023 in Fargo regarding carbon capture and its impact on agriculture markets.
On October 6, 2020, the North Dakota Ethics Commission adopted gift rules pursuant to Article XIV of the North Dakota Constitution.
Gift Rules - Title115: Section 115-03-01-03(7) of the North Dakota Administrative Rules excludes “[f]ood and beverage served for immediate consumption at any private or public social or educational event” from the gift prohibition rules established by the North Dakota Ethics Commission.
Gift Rules - Title115: Section 115-03-01-04 of the North Dakota Administrative Rules states, “Prior to a public or private social and educational event, the sponsor shall file notice with the Ethics Commission providing details regarding the planned event. Notice does not constitute approval of the event by the Ethics Commission. If the sponsor is concerned with compliance with North Dakota law and these rules, the sponsor may request an advisory opinion from the Ethics Commission.”
Submit this form by mail or e-mail to one of the addresses listed below: Regular mail: North Dakota Ethics Commission 600 E Boulevard Ave, Dept 195 Bismarck, ND 58505
Or via email to: EthicsCommission@nd.gov
If you have questions about this form or would like to request the form in an alternate format, contact the Ethics Commission at (701) 328-5325 or write us at the above address. We will take reasonable steps to accommodate your needs.
Your Contact Information:
Your name: Scott Hennen
Address: 2852 Thunder Road South
City: Fargo
State: ND Zip: 58104 Email: scotth@flagfamily.com
Telephone(s): (701) 367-2054
Are you a registered lobbyist? Yes () No (X) If yes, lobbyist badge number Event Information:
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Meeting Notice
Event name: Friends of Ag & Energy: What Carbon Capture Means for Ag Product Markets
* Please refer to the definition of “public official” contained in N.D.C.C. § 54-66-01(9) and N.D.A.C. § 115-03- 01-01(8).
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On October 6, 2020, the North Dakota Ethics Commission adopted gift rules pursuant to Article XIV of the North Dakota Constitution.
Gift Rules - Title115: Section 115-03-01-03(7) of the North Dakota Administrative Rules excludes “[f]ood and beverage served for immediate consumption at any private or public social or educational event” from the gift prohibition rules established by the North Dakota Ethics Commission.
Gift Rules - Title115: Section 115-03-01-04 of the North Dakota Administrative Rules states, “Prior to a public or private social and educational event, the sponsor shall file notice with the Ethics Commission providing details regarding the planned event. Notice does not constitute approval of the event by the Ethics Commission. If the sponsor is concerned with compliance with North Dakota law and these rules, the sponsor may request an advisory opinion from the Ethics Commission.”
Submit this form by mail or e-mail to one of the addresses listed below: Regular mail: North Dakota Ethics Commission 600 E Boulevard Ave, Dept 195 Bismarck, ND 58505
Or via email to: EthicsCommission@nd.gov
If you have questions about this form or would like to request the form in an alternate format, contact the Ethics Commission at (701) 328-5325 or write us at the above address. We will take reasonable steps to accommodate your needs.
Your Contact Information:
Your name: Scott Hennen
Address: 2852 Thunder Road South
City: Fargo
State: ND Zip: 58104 Email: scotth@flagfamily.com
Telephone(s): (701) 367-2054
Are you a registered lobbyist? Yes () No (X) If yes, lobbyist badge number Event Information:
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Event name: Friends of Ag & Energy: America’s Oil Champion and Agriculture Champion Together
Type of Event: Private social and educational event (X) or Public social and educational event ()
Educational component of event (describe with detail): This private educational event will provide legislators with a forum to hear from leaders in the energy and agriculture industries and learn about the opportunities associated with Carbon Capture Utilization and Storage in North Dakota. The format will be a “fireside” chat plus Q&A with Harold Hamm, founder of Continental Resources, and Bruce Rastetter, successful farmer and investor in the Summit Carbon Solutions pipeline project. The discussion will be facilitated by Scott Hennen and Kathy Neset. Below is the tentative schedule: Coffee provided: 8am Program: 8:30-9:30am Social: 10-10:30am Number of total projected attendees: 45
Number of projected attendees who are public officials*: 30
Number of projected attendees who are registered lobbyists: 0
Total estimated cost of event per attendee: $5
Description of costs associated with the event (e.g. venue rental, educational materials, food/beverage):
Coffee & water will be provided to attendees
*Food & beverage must be for immediate consumption ONLY.*
