This bill appropriates funds for the Department of Career and Technical Education for the biennium from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2027. It includes a total appropriation of $80,505,333, which encompasses base level enhancements for salaries, operating expenses, and grants, among other allocations. Notably, the bill introduces a new line item for "Base Level Enhancements Appropriation" and specifies a new and vacant FTE pool, while also detailing one-time funding for virtual reality career exploration and office expenses. The bill also includes provisions for the strategic investment and improvements fund, allocating $1,000,000 for purchasing virtual reality hardware and software.

Additionally, the bill exempts certain funds from the federal coronavirus capital projects fund related to the statewide area career center initiative grant program from standard appropriation rules, allowing unexpended funds to carry over into the next biennium. An emergency declaration is made for the $300,000 allocated for rent, moving, and office equipment expenses, emphasizing the urgency of these appropriations. Overall, the bill aims to enhance career and technical education funding and resources in North Dakota.