BISMARCK, N.D. (KFGO-AM) State officials want more fast-track funding for areas affected by North Dakota's exploding growth.
The state Senate last month approved $1.1 billion in special funding so that infrastructure projects can begin in time for the construction season.
The House Appropriations Committee on Wednesday reviewed the ``surge funding'' bill that would fast-track funding to cities, school districts and communities.
The measure includes $300 million for state highway projects. Transportation Director Grant Levi told the committee that his agency needs an additional $150 million in fast-track funding.
State Budget Director Pam Sharp wants the bill to include an additional $23 million for housing, and to hire more law enforcement and oilfield inspectors.
The committee did not take any action on the measure or the requests for more funding.