The bill amends subsection 2 of section 4.1-01-27 of the North Dakota Century Code, focusing on the agriculture infrastructure grant program. It specifies that grants will be awarded by the agriculture commissioner, in consultation with the director of the department of transportation, to counties, townships, or cities with a population of one thousand five hundred residents or less. This change replaces the previous eligibility criteria that included political subdivisions.

The grant funding is designated for road and bridge improvements that support value-added agriculture businesses. Specifically, the funding can be utilized for corridor improvements on city, county, and township roadways, as well as enhancements to roads or bridges that provide access to these businesses. This amendment aims to facilitate better infrastructure to support agricultural development in smaller communities.

Statutes affected:
INTRODUCED: 4.1-01-27
Prepared by the Legislative Council staff for Representative Grueneich: 4.1-01-27
FIRST ENGROSSMENT: 4.1-01-27
Enrollment: 4.1-01-27