This bill appropriates $100,000 from the state general fund to the Department of Commerce for tribal tourism grants for the biennium from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2027. Tribal governments in North Dakota can apply for grants of up to $20,000 to match their own funds aimed at promoting and enhancing tourism opportunities within their nations. Each grant application must include a detailed plan for the use of the funds, which will be overseen by the Department of Commerce's division of tourism.
Additionally, the bill mandates that the Department of Commerce provide a report to the legislative management on the distribution, use, and impact of the grants. This appropriation is designated as a one-time funding item, indicating that it is not intended to be a recurring expense in future budgets.