This bill proposes a one-time appropriation of $1,000,000 from the general fund of the state treasury to the North Dakota Department of Public Instruction. The allocated funds are intended to address issues related to student attendance and absenteeism in public schools for students in kindergarten through grade twelve. The funding is designated for the biennium starting July 1, 2025, and ending June 30, 2027.

The bill aims to enhance efforts to improve student attendance rates and reduce absenteeism, which are critical factors in educational success. By providing this financial support, the legislation seeks to empower the Department of Public Instruction to implement effective strategies and programs that can positively impact student engagement and learning outcomes in North Dakota's public schools.