13-09.1-10. Consistent state licensing

13-09.1-10. Consistent state licensing 1. To establish consistent licensing between North Dakota and other states, the commissioner may: a. Implement all licensing provisions of this chapter in a manner that is consistent with other states that have adopted this chapter or multistate licensing processes; and b. Participate in nationwide protocols for licensing cooperation and coordination among state regulators provided that the protocols are consistent with this chapter. 2. In order to fulfill the purposes of this chapter, the commissioner may establish relationships or contracts with the nationwide system or other entities designated by the nationwide system to enable the commissioner to: a. Collect and maintain records; b. Coordinate multistate licensing processes and supervision processes; c. Process fees; and d. Facilitate communication between North Dakota and licensees or other persons subject to this chapter. 3. The commissioner may utilize the nationwide system for all aspects of licensing in accordance with this chapter, including license applications, applications for acquisitions of control, surety bonds, reporting, criminal history background checks, credit checks, fee processing, and examinations. The commissioner may utilize the nationwide system forms, processes, and functionalities in accordance with this chapter. In the event the nationwide system does not provide functionality, forms, or processes for a provision of this chapter, the commissioner may strive to implement the requirements in a manner that facilitates uniformity with respect to licensing, supervision, reporting, and regulation of licensees which are licensed in multiple jurisdictions. 4. For the purpose of participating in the nationwide system, the commissioner may waive or modify, in whole or in part, by rule, regulation, or order, any or all of the requirements and to establish new requirements as reasonably necessary to participate in the nationwide system.