The bill amends subsection 3 of section 50-24.1-40 of the North Dakota Century Code to establish a tribal health care coordination fund within the state treasury. The fund's moneys are continuously appropriated to the department for distribution to tribal governments based on agreements that require the funds to be used for public health services and community health representative programs. Notably, the previous restrictions on capital construction funding have been removed, allowing for greater flexibility in how tribal governments can utilize the funds.

Additionally, the bill mandates that tribal governments submit annual reports detailing the use of the funds and conduct audits every two years, which can be funded by the distributed money. The department is tasked with withholding funds if reports are not submitted on time or if audits reveal improper use of the funds. Future distributions can be reinstated if subsequent audits confirm compliance with the intended use of the funds.

Statutes affected:
INTRODUCED: 50-24.1-40
Adopted by the House Human Services Committee: 50-24.1-40
FIRST ENGROSSMENT: 50-24.1-40
Enrollment: 50-24.1-40