(a) A nonprofit organization using state land leased by it under AS 38.05.070 — 38.05.105 and 38.05.810 for a youth encampment or similar recreational purpose is exempt from lease rental payments on that land. The nonprofit organization shall meet all other terms and conditions of the lease specified under AS 38.05.070 — 38.05.105 and 38.05.810.
(b) A nonprofit organization which satisfies the requirements of this section that is using land under a lease in effect before July 1, 1978 may convert its lease to a new lease with terms exempting it from the payment of rent by submitting a written request to the director.
(c) In this section, “nonprofit organization” means nonprofit corporations, associations, clubs, or societies organized and operated exclusively for charitable, religious, scientific, or educational purposes or for the promotion of social welfare and which have received an exemption from the payment of federal income tax.