The bill amends subsection 2 of section 4.1-01-27 of the North Dakota Century Code to refine the eligibility criteria for the agriculture infrastructure grant program. It specifies that grants will be awarded to counties, townships, or cities with a population of one thousand five hundred residents or less, replacing the previous reference to "political subdivisions." This change aims to target smaller municipalities that may require assistance for infrastructure improvements related to value-added agriculture businesses.

Additionally, the bill outlines the permissible uses of grant funding, which includes corridor improvements on city, county, and township roadways, as well as enhancements to roads or bridges that facilitate access to value-added agriculture businesses. These amendments are intended to support local agricultural development by ensuring that necessary infrastructure is in place to accommodate growth in this sector.

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