This bill proposes the creation of a new section in chapter 54-27 of the North Dakota Century Code that restricts the use of public funds for public broadcasting. Specifically, it states that a state officer, as defined in section 54-16-00.1, is prohibited from expending any state or federal funds to directly or indirectly support public broadcasting.

The new legal language emphasizes the limitations placed on state officers regarding financial support for public broadcasting initiatives, thereby ensuring that public funds are not allocated for this purpose. This measure reflects a significant shift in the management of public resources and aims to clarify the boundaries of funding for public broadcasting in North Dakota.