Bill > HB1129

This bill provides a one-time appropriation of $1,000,000 from the state's general fund to the North Dakota Department of Public Instruction (DPI) specifically to address student attendance and absenteeism issues in kindergarten through 12th grade public schools. The funding is designated for the two-year budget period (biennium) starting July 1, 2025, and ending June 30, 2027. While the bill does not specify the exact methods the department will use to tackle attendance problems, it allocates a significant sum to support efforts to improve student participation and reduce chronic absenteeism, which can negatively impact educational outcomes. The appropriation represents a focused approach by the state legislature to invest in strategies that help ensure students are consistently present and engaged in their education.

Budget and Finance, Education

https://ndlegis.gov/assembly/69-2025/regular/bill-overview/bo1129.html