The bill amends sections 15.1-09.1-02.1 and 54-44.4-02 of the North Dakota Century Code, focusing on regional education associations and the procurement processes of the Office of Management and Budget. It specifies that to be eligible for state funding, a regional education association must offer certain services to its member districts, including professional development, technology support, and assistance with school improvement goals. Additionally, the bill allows regional education associations to provide services to non-member districts and permits them to contract with the superintendent of public instruction for service offerings.

In the procurement section, the bill outlines the responsibilities of the Office of Management and Budget in purchasing or leasing materials and services for state agencies. It introduces several exemptions from procurement requirements, including emergency purchases related to public health and safety, and specifies that contracts can be made for various services, including those related to education. Notably, it includes provisions for contracts between the Department of Public Instruction and regional education associations, thereby formalizing their role in the procurement process.

Statutes affected:
INTRODUCED: 15.1-09.1-02.1, 54-44.4-02
Enrollment: 15.1-09.1-02.1, 54-44.4-02