The proposed amendments to House Bill No. 1130 seek to revise section 15.1-27-04.1 of the North Dakota Century Code, which governs the calculation of state aid for school districts. The bill introduces a provision that allows school districts to decrease their local contribution deduction in the state aid formula based on the percentage of local contributions derived from in lieu of revenue. It also updates the baseline funding calculation for state aid, incorporating various revenue types received by school districts during designated school years and detailing adjustments for districts that transition to elementary districts after the 2012-13 school year.

Significant deletions from current law include the removal of specific provisions related to baseline funding establishment and detailed calculations for state aid, which were previously effective until June 30, 2025. The amendments clarify adjustments to baseline funding per weighted student unit and the conditions for applying reductions. The bill emphasizes accurate reporting of revenue types and outlines a new method for calculating state aid based on weighted student units, with specific funding amounts set for the 2023-24 and 2024-25 school years. Additionally, it mandates that the superintendent of public instruction subtract certain amounts from calculated state aid and requires county auditors to report revenue and mill levies annually, enhancing transparency in the funding process.

Statutes affected:
INTRODUCED: 15.1-27-04.1
Prepared by the Legislative Council staff for Representative Richter: 15.1-27-04.1
FIRST ENGROSSMENT: 15.1-27-04.1
Adopted by the Senate Education Committee: 15.1-27-04.1
Prepared by the Legislative Council staff for Senator Schaible: 15.1-27-04.1
Adopted by the Conference Committee: 15.1-27-04.1