The bill amends subsection 2 of section 15-10-19.1 of the North Dakota Century Code to expand the definition of "resident student" for tuition purposes. It retains existing criteria for residency, including individuals whose parents are legal residents, those who graduated from a North Dakota high school, and various categories of military personnel and their dependents. Notably, the bill adds a new category for individuals certified by a director of the Peace Corps as having completed service as a Peace Corps volunteer, thereby allowing them to qualify for resident student tuition rates.

Additionally, the bill removes the word "or" from the list of qualifying criteria, which may suggest a restructuring of the list to accommodate the new insertion. This change aims to enhance access to educational opportunities for Peace Corps volunteers, recognizing their service and contributions. Overall, the bill seeks to ensure that more individuals can benefit from resident tuition rates in North Dakota's educational institutions.

Statutes affected:
INTRODUCED: 15-10-19.1
Adopted by the House Agriculture Committee: 15-10-19.1
FIRST ENGROSSMENT: 15-10-19.1
Enrollment: 15-10-19.1