This bill proposes the creation of a new section in chapter 15-10 of the North Dakota Century Code that explicitly prohibits academic tenure at two-year colleges within the state. The legislation stipulates that any faculty member hired after July 1, 2026, will not be eligible for academic tenure if they are employed at one of the designated two-year colleges, which include Bismarck State College, Dakota College at Bottineau, Lake Region State College, North Dakota State College of Science, and Williston State College.

The intent of the bill is to eliminate the possibility of tenure for faculty at these institutions, thereby potentially increasing flexibility in hiring and employment practices. This change reflects a significant shift in policy regarding faculty employment at two-year colleges in North Dakota, aiming to adapt to the evolving educational landscape.