B. The extended learning fund was created in the state treasury for the purpose of making awards to public schools and public post-secondary institutions to develop and operate extended learning programs throughout the state. Money in this fund is appropriated to the New Mexico commission on higher education, which is charged with making awards for the purpose of establishing pilot programs that focus on:

(1) the creation and operation of community based extended learning centers;

(2) the development of regional resources; and

(3) the expanded use of technology in instruction.

[9/30/96; Recompiled 10/31/01]