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AR SB64

Bill

Status

Passed

4/30/2024

Primary Sponsor

John Payton

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Origin

Senate

94th General Assembly (2024 Fiscal)

AI Summary

  • Appropriates $2,000,000 from the General Revenue Allotment Reserve Fund to the Department of Finance and Administration for Pregnancy Help Organization Grants for fiscal year 2024-2025.

  • Defines "pregnancy help organization" as nonprofit entities existing as of January 1, 2024, that provide services to pregnant individuals with intention of encouraging birth, promote maternal and infant wellness through nutritional support and prenatal care referrals, and do not perform or refer for abortion.

  • Eligible organizations include crisis pregnancy centers, maternity homes, adoption agencies, and social services agencies providing material support to pregnant individuals.

  • Requires the Department of Finance and Administration to create a grant program with rules mandating applicants submit spending plans and receive funds in increments rather than lump sum disbursements.

  • Declares an emergency clause making the act effective July 1, 2024, with all appropriated funds reverting to the General Revenue Allotment Reserve Fund if unspent after June 30, 2025; approved April 30, 2024.

Legislative Description

An Act For The Department Of Finance And Administration - Disbursing Officer Appropriation For The 2024-2025 Fiscal Year.

Last Action

Notification that SB64 is now Act 125

4/30/2024

Committee Referrals

Budget4/15/2024

Full Bill Text

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