Reliance on outside sources.

46-04-01-10. Reliance on outside sources. The rules set forth contain the procedures established by the department for carrying out its responsibilities in the administration and enforcement of the Act. In the absence of a specific rule, in cases when a charge of discrimination is dual-filed with the department and the EEOC, the department will rely on federal regulations and the compliance manual established by the EEOC for guidance. History: Effective October 1, 2008. General Authority: NDCC 14-02.4-22 Law Implemented: NDCC 14-02.4-23