Formal and informal, mainly through legislative committees and the DOT legislative liaison. NDOR has a government affairs office; most communication occurs between that office and the Legislature's Transportation and Telecommunications committee. All senators' offices also have direct contact with the NDOR government affairs office when they have questions or need information. As a "code agency" subject to the governor's direct control, NDOR must work through the Governor's Policy and Research office to introduce legislation, support or oppose a bill, or offer an amendment to a bill. If NDOR is given permission, then the government affairs office or director will usually work through the Transportation and Telecommunications Committee. NDOR also must present certain reports to the Legislature, including an annual Needs Assessment Report.