North Dakota Senate Bill 2390 creates three new sections in Chapter 54-40.1 of the North Dakota Century Code, establishing a rural catalyst committee, a rural catalyst grant program, and a rural catalyst fund. The bill also amends section 54-40.1-02 to revise definitions related to regional planning councils. The measure was introduced by Senators Wanzek and Thomas and Representatives Beltz, Brandenburg, and Kempenich, with co-sponsorship by Senator Myrdal, and was approved by the Delayed Bills Committee.

Regional planning councils and local government agencies in North Dakota should monitor implementation of this new committee structure and be prepared to participate in the grant program once established. The bill's provisions became effective upon gubernatorial signature on May 2, 2025. Organizations seeking rural development funding should track future announcements from the newly created rural catalyst committee regarding grant application procedures and eligibility criteria.