The bill establishes a new section in the North Dakota Century Code to create a pilot program aimed at providing grants to schools that offer foreign language instruction to students in kindergarten through grade three. The program will be operational from the 2025-26 school year through the 2026-27 school year, with the superintendent of public instruction responsible for its establishment and operation. Schools participating in the program can receive annual grants of up to $2,500 to cover program costs, materials, or stipends, and the superintendent will also develop the necessary requirements and procedures for participation.

Additionally, the bill includes an appropriation of $49,500 from the state’s general fund to support the pilot program for the biennium beginning July 1, 2025, and ending June 30, 2027. This funding is specifically designated for grants to schools that provide foreign language instruction to young students, thereby promoting early language education in North Dakota.