The bill provides an appropriation of $2,192,833 to the state fair association for the biennium from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2027, aimed at covering various expenses. This includes $642,833 for premiums and $1,550,000 for base level enhancements, which consist of $750,000 for a campground rest facility and $800,000 for safety and security infrastructure. The funding will be sourced from the general fund and the strategic investment and improvements fund, with a specific provision for a cost-share arrangement for the campground rest facility, allowing $2 of state funding for every $1 contributed by state fair funds.

Additionally, the bill repeals section 4.1-45-22.1 of the North Dakota Century Code, which pertains to state fair facility operations and maintenance costs. It also declares the funding for the campground rest facility and safety and security infrastructure as an emergency measure, emphasizing the urgency of these improvements. The bill requires the state fair association to report to the appropriations committees of the seventieth legislative assembly regarding the use of the one-time funding items included in the appropriation.

Statutes affected:
Prepared by the Legislative Council staff for House Appropriations - Education and Environment Division Committee: 4.1-45-22.1
Prepared by the Legislative Council staff for Conference Committee: 4.1-45-22.1
Enrollment: 4.1-45-22.1