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• business program. business program.
• Grant, the Dairy Business Planning Grant Grant, the Dairy Business Planning Grant um um um as<00
• Um, other requirements for how much must be earned each year in order to participate in those grant programs
• Uh, and 2.7 reads has it not received any money under the Ag Biofuels Infrastructure Grant Program.
• Ag Biofuels Infrastructure Grant Ag Biofuels Infrastructure Grant Program.<01:26:26.240> Uh

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• The Land Grant Council receives a list of audit-compliant Land Grants Merced from the state auditor by
• Within 30 days of receiving this list, the Land Grant Council will determine which Land Grants Merced
• After he had done what they did, he was granted the land grant.
• Created a 40,000-acre land grant called the Santa Cruz de la Cañada land grant.
• These people were expected to make the most of that land grant, of our land grant.

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• That has helped us grow our isn't always just a grant or a BRC isn't always just a grant or a BRC program
• And whether it's a grant, which I've already spoke about, or it's programs like Assessments to Action
• Sheridan's also a community that has benefited from the support outside of the grant and loan program
• Sheridan's also a community that has benefited from the support outside of the grant and loan program
• Outside of the grant and loan program, such as the community needs assessment and the assessment to action

Bills: HB0150

Keywords: Wyoming business council, economic development, task force, evaluation, policy reform, 916, all

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• because of that that program this year. because of that that program this year.
• grant or public health infrastructure grant or FIG,<00:33:42.080> which<00:33:42.320> is
• Just a note, um grants, Thank you.
• Just a note, um grants, federal<00:54:43.200> grants,<00:54:43.839> as<00:54:44.480>
• Number two is about workforce. out five goals in our grant. And you out five goals in our grant.

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• So we created this program.
• So we created this program.
• Various programs at the University dealing with water.
• You can apply for other federal grant programs for that purpose outside of grants that would be available
• money to make these programs happen.

Summary: The committee met in public hearing on Senate Bill 1586, sponsored by Sen. Ben Brown, which would address abandoned, ownerless landfills in Missouri. Brown described the bill as a response to a constituent who discovered contamination near property in Franklin County, and said the measure had evolved through multiple versions. He explained that the bill would give the Department of Natural Resources clearer authority over ownerless landfill sites, direct 10% of tipping fees from solid waste districts toward assessment, investigation, testing, remediation, and management of those sites, create an interim committee for further study, and tighten seller disclosure requirements to require written, dated notice by mail. Brown said the state has 29 such sites and argued that counties and DNR lack the resources to study or clean them up. Support testimony came from Marisa Grosoccoe, dean of engineering at the University of Missouri, who said the bill provides both a regulatory framework and a steady funding stream, and that environmental studies are a necessary first step to determine the scope and cost of cleanup and potentially return contaminated land to productive use. She said the funding would likely support only a few studies per year, but would reduce uncertainty and help unlock other funding sources. Opposition came from representatives of solid waste districts, including Chris Bussin and Diana Bryant, who argued the districts already perform important recycling, household hazardous waste, and grant administration work, and that the proposed diversion of tipping fees would reduce funding for those programs. They said the districts are already tightly regulated, that the abandoned landfill issue has been known for years, and that DNR already has authority to act. Lacey Miller, speaking for informational purposes, said the districts support local recycling and community programs, especially in small counties and schools, and warned that consolidation or funding cuts would hurt local services. No vote was taken; the hearing on Senate Bill 1586 was concluded.

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• source for the reinsurance program source for the reinsurance program without<00:03:15.159> this
• <00:09:52.399> we're renew uh the can renew Grant we're renew uh the can renew Grant we're
• can move the uh execution of those Grant can move the uh execution of those Grant agreements<00:
• Nations have medical cannabis programs Nations have medical cannabis programs uh<00:16:04.839>
• the future medical program under the future medical program under 342<00:25:20.039> and<00:25:

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• The New Hampshire Veterans Home utilizes the VA grant program enabled under C 38 CRF5141, which allows
• > C<00:08:16.800> uh<00:08:16.960> 38 grant program enabled under C uh 38 grant program
• c> leading programs, credit based programs leading programs, credit based programs leading to<01:
• for early childhood number of programs for early childhood education<01:25:02.400> grants,<01
• programs, our to nursing programs programs, our programs<01:34:29.120> and<01:34:29.360> most

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• I think you said there was a $1.5 million federal grant and a $10 million grant.
• I imagine that all the other grants within this program are being treated the same way.
• I imagine that all the other grants within this program are being treated the same way.
• of this program but also the pro program of this program but also the pro program of<01:26:17.639
• <01:42:56.760> through grants lots of Grants especially through grants lots of Grants especially

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• what's called a CCDF grant.
• It's a federal grant. We pull down 100... What's called a CCDF grant. It's a federal grant.
• program.
• Or you have school programs who might apply for a grant with us or summer programming, and we're pulling
• Or you have school programs who might apply for a grant with us or summer programming, and we're pulling

Summary: The Early Childhood Committee met to receive an update from the Office of Early Childhood on Arkansas child care and early learning programs. Committee members discussed the state’s child care crisis, including reported economic losses from lack of access, the need to track access, affordability, workforce shortages, rural and infant/toddler care gaps, and the role of local leads in identifying needs across the state. The committee also approved the February 17 minutes. Office of Early Childhood staff explained their responsibilities under the LEARNS Act, including kindergarten readiness, provider quality, and access to affordable seats. They reviewed licensing, quality efforts, and the two main funding streams: School Readiness Assistance (SRA), a federally funded voucher program serving about 14,600 children with a wait list of more than 3,000, and Arkansas Better Chance (ABC), a state-funded program serving about 23,000 children, with approval to increase to 24,000 slots. Members asked about the difference between market rate surveys and cost analyses, and staff said the office is procuring both, with results expected by the end of the year. Several members raised concerns about funding levels, especially that ABC reimbursement has not kept pace with K-12 funding increases and that child care reimbursement remains below the true cost of care. Staff said ABC requires certified teachers and lower ratios than SRA, but pays less, and that some federal pre-K slots were moved into ABC to preserve continuity of care. They also explained that SRA eligibility changes, including a higher work requirement and ending a child care worker eligibility category, were made to reduce spending and serve families on the wait list. The committee discussed communication with providers and parents, technical assistance for centers, and possible future legislative action to stabilize providers and expand access, but no votes or formal actions were taken beyond approving the minutes and adjournment.

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• It is absolutely worth enhancing grant opportunities to get other services to start these types of programs
• But ultimately, let's get the grant funding. Let's get people's programs up and running.
• We applied for our HRSA grant, the QIFTIJ grant.
• grant.
• It saves us in other social services programs. It saves us money in other programs.

Summary: The meeting focused on Missouri’s substance use prevention and treatment system, with repeated emphasis on recovery support services, peer support, recovery housing, transportation, and harm reduction. Dan Haniken of Into Action described his own recovery from addiction and incarceration and argued that treatment alone is not enough; he urged greater investment in recovery housing, peer support, employment, and community-based supports that help people stay sober and avoid relapse. Members asked about funding sources, program capacity, referrals, treatment court, transportation, and how Into Action supports people on medication-assisted treatment (MAT). Haniken said the organization is funded through a mix of federal, state, county, city, foundation, and private donations, and that housing and transportation remain major barriers, especially because support is often funded for too short a period compared with the longer time people need to stabilize. Matt Cushman of the Raytown Fire Protection District gave a strong endorsement of harm reduction, including naloxone distribution, syringe service programs, and broader decriminalization of harm reduction tools. He argued that stigma is a major barrier to care and that Missouri should expand access to clean needles, test strips, and other services, while also improving access to MAT in jails and communities. Committee members questioned the evidence base, the role of faith-based providers, and whether safe consumption sites should be pursued; Cushman said syringe exchange decriminalization should be the immediate priority, while safe consumption sites are a longer-term issue. He also described community paramedicine and mobile integrated health as valuable but funding-dependent, and said naloxone distribution is improving but still uneven, especially in rural and minority communities. Representatives from Central Ozarks Medical Center and Four Rivers Community Health Center highlighted the importance of peer support specialists, community health workers, care coordinators, and wraparound services in rural health centers. COMC’s Morgan McClure and Monet Lehman described a jail reentry program in Pulaski County, with Lehman sharing her trauma and recovery story and explaining how she helps incarcerated people prepare for release with housing, employment, benefits, transportation, and treatment connections. Four Rivers’ Devon Polarys and Cassandra Trout said their CEO would change Missouri policy to allow FQHCs to receive reimbursement for peer support and community health worker services similar to CCBHCs, arguing that these roles are essential for addressing barriers like transportation, housing, food insecurity, and insurance. Members discussed confusion over reimbursement rules, the differences between FQHCs and CCBHCs, and the need for better funding and clearer policy for peer and community health worker services. No votes were taken; the discussion ended with a suggestion to bring in a subject matter expert on community health workers for a future session.

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• These are not grants, but it is a very favorable loan program.
• It can be up to 49%. pretty close to being a grant. Uh pretty close to being a grant.
• forgiveness for this program. forgiveness for this program.
• back to the program. >> Okay.
• It goes back into the program.

Keywords: Finance - Room 216, 19 February, 2026; 1:30 PM, 925, all

Summary: The committee first heard testimony from Dr. Edney on the state revolving fund program for rural community water associations. He explained that the program has operated since 1997 using EPA grant funding and a state match, with low-interest loans, emergency funding, and loan forgiveness. He said the state match has risen in recent years because of increased federal infrastructure funding, but is expected to decline again as that enhanced funding ends. Members asked where repayment money goes, and he said it stays in the revolving fund rather than going to the general fund. He also discussed EPA pressure for consolidation of small water associations, minimum operational standards, and the possibility of using loan forgiveness incentives to encourage consolidation. No votes were taken on this presentation. The committee then took up Senate Bill 2824, which extends the eligibility dates for certain energy projects to qualify for ad valorem tax exemptions, moving the relevant deadlines from 2026/2027 to 2031. The committee adopted the committee substitute and passed it by voice vote. Next, Senate Bill 2867 revised an earlier employer child care tax credit program. Senator Boyd said the bill simplifies the program, allows a 50% income tax credit for employers providing dependent care during work hours or making at least $2,000 per child direct payments to licensed child care entities, and caps the credit at $3,000 per child per year. A committee substitute also placed a $1 million cap on the overall credit program. Members discussed the need for child care support, the role of federal and state funding, and whether the bill would increase employer participation. The committee adopted the substitute and passed the bill by voice vote. Finally, the committee considered Senate Bill 3109, a simple bill affecting Lafleur's Bluff State Park. Senator Blount explained that the park is managed under a lease with a nonprofit and that the bill would exempt the nonprofit from paying property taxes on the leased state park land. The committee adopted the committee substitute and passed the bill by voice vote, then rose and reported the measure out of committee.

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• the ambulance operating deficit grant the ambulance operating deficit grant program<00:13:39.760
• the ambulance operating deficit grant the ambulance operating deficit grant program<00:53:16.960
• provided through the deficit grant program.
• <00:54:20.559> grant<00:54:20.880> program.
• This through the deficit grant program.

Bills: HF2435

Keywords: healthcare, dementia services, public health funding, opioid prevention, women's health, community health boards, mental health, 1183, house

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• This reflects undersubscribed funding from the infill infrastructure grant catalytic program and the
• and that includes money through our Multifamily Housing Program. grant, the CERNA Farmworker Program
• Having said that, the grant portion is a supplemental part of the program.
• grant program has been able to support, you know, is there something other programs out there that are
• As well as the BSEC grant program, we've been trying to champion that.

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• These programs that we funded programs.
• We do many programs, and WOS is part of four programs that we do.
• <00:46:08.160> programs<00:46:09.119> to<00:46:09.440> help capital grants programs
• to help capital grants programs to help Minnesota's<00:46:10.480> vital<00:46:10.960> child
• improve their programming. improve their programming.

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• distribution program.
• and neuter program.
• distribution program.
• program.
• program.

Bills: HB25, SB38, SB101, HB199

Keywords: juvenile delinquency, firearm possession, criminal background checks, state law, gun control, youth offense, conviction, public safety, SB38, pet food, registered pet food, registration fee, fees, sunset repeal, repeal of repeal, revenue, state fee, business regulation, animal feed, pet food registration

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• And finally, committee staff asked for my thoughts on innovative grant programs that were administered
• And so through these grant programs administered by DHCS, administered by HCAI, the Department of Health
• From there, we utilized new programs and grants like CalAIM and the CYBHI to expand to a multi-tiered
• And number three, future programs and grants should build upon existing programs and priorities rather
• So in addition to the fee schedule program itself, there's a paired grant that's gone out to schools

Summary: The Select Committee on Youth Mental Health and Treatment Access held its third hearing to review the state of youth mental health, progress under the Children and Youth Behavioral Health Initiative (CYBHI), and remaining implementation and funding challenges. The chair emphasized that schools are often the main point where education, health care, and social services intersect for students, and that the committee’s goal is to ensure public investments translate into better access and outcomes. The hearing featured testimony from researchers, a youth advocate, state officials, and local practitioners. PPIC researcher Shalini Mostala reported that teen mental health remains a serious concern, with high rates of chronic sadness, hopelessness, and suicidal thoughts, though recent California data show some improvement since the pandemic. She noted persistent disparities by gender, race, and rural status, and said school-based health centers, wellness centers, and community schools are associated with lower suicidal thoughts. Youth advocate Ella Cruz, speaking for NAMI California, described her own mental health struggles and argued that youth voice, peer-to-peer support, and reducing stigma are essential; she also said technology and AI cannot replace trusted adults or trained professionals. Committee members asked about phone use, stigma, cultural barriers, and how to make supports more accessible and relatable to students. Dr. Sohill Sood of the California Health and Human Services Agency said statewide survey data show declining stigma, increased counseling use, and lower suicide ideation among students, and he highlighted CYBHI’s certified wellness coaches, digital tools, awareness campaigns, and the first-in-the-nation fee schedule that allows schools and colleges to bill health plans for behavioral health services. He said the program is growing quickly, with more than 230,000 claims and over $11 million in new revenue to date, while acknowledging that billing systems and coordination are still being built. Trina Frazier of Fresno County described a multi-tiered system of care supported by CYBHI, CalAIM, and other grants, serving thousands of students through school-based services, wellness centers, and mobile therapy units; she said ongoing funding and flexibility are critical. Rachel Kroberniski of El Segundo High School’s James Morehouse Project described a long-running wellness center and peer mentorship model that supports students in multiple languages, and said peer programs help students feel seen, connected, and more willing to seek help. Members broadly praised the flexibility, collaboration, and peer-based approaches described by the witnesses. Questions focused on sustaining funding after one-time grants expire, improving coordination among schools, counties, and providers, expanding the fee schedule to higher education, and ensuring continuity of care for students after high school. Officials said county offices of education, DHCS, and other partners are using communities of practice and technical assistance to spread best practices, and that CYBHI services can follow some young adults through age 25, with additional supports through community-based programs and digital platforms.

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• like the Greater Minnesota housing infrastructure grant program to help reduce those costs.
• Programs like the Greater Minnesota housing infrastructure grant program can have the same transformative
• and other important housing programs. grant program to help reduce those costs grant program to help
• program can have infrastructure grant program can have the<00:21:50.039> same<00:21:50.360>
• The Greater Minnesota housing infrastructure grant program is a much-needed tool to help bridge that

Keywords: 1183, house

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• Minnesota supplement nonprofit security grant program.
• He added that the federal nonprofit security grant program is very competitive, and less than 2% of all
• federal money goes to Minnesota applicants. security grant program began in 17 after security grant
• The nonprofit security grant program was developed to help small nonprofits with target hardening that
• security the nonprofit security grant security the nonprofit security grant program<00:47:32.599

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• for innovative programs.
• innovative programs.
• And in one case, not on this program but also a similar program, like I said, the CCE program, the letters
• Then, once the funding hits the region, it's a competitive grant program.
• And at least 70% of the total grant funds for that program must be used by LEAs and county offices of

Summary: The hearing opened with remarks from the chair and members about recent federal cuts to public health, mental health, family planning, and Title X funding, with strong concern about the impact on California programs and providers. The committee then turned to the Department of State Hospitals, which presented its 2025-26 budget proposal of $3.4 billion, including new positions, capital improvements, and funding tied to increased patient costs and incompetent-to-stand-trial services. DSH reported major progress in reducing the IST waitlist and wait times, said it had met the court’s 28-day treatment benchmark for those without extenuating circumstances, and described workforce recruitment and retention efforts such as residency programs, fellowships, outreach, and hiring streamlining. Members asked about future IST referral trends, SB 1323’s effect on diversion and community treatment, and workforce lessons in high-cost regions; public comment urged reconsideration of county IST growth cap methodology in light of new criminal justice initiatives. The committee next received an informational overview of Proposition 1 and its changes to behavioral health funding and governance. The Legislative Analyst’s Office explained that Prop. 1 restructured county MHSA funding buckets, expanded the Commission for Behavioral Health, shifted prevention and early intervention responsibilities, and authorized a $6.4 billion bond, including $4.4 billion for behavioral health facilities through BHCIP. DHCS said it had released guidance for county integrated plans and was receiving extensive public comment. Members focused on BHCIP application requirements, especially letters of support and tribal projects, and raised concerns about whether DHCS’s implementation matched statutory intent. DHCS said it had authority to set application requirements and that tribal entities were treated differently because of sovereignty and funding structure. DHCS then updated the committee on BHCIP, the Behavioral Health Bridge Housing Program, and related bond implementation. The department said BHCIP had awarded about $1.7 billion across five rounds, with more than 130 projects and 223 distinct facilities funded, and that it was preparing to award the new bond funds after receiving nearly $8 billion in applications. The LAO’s assessment found that more than half of awards served at least 80% Medi-Cal enrollees, but also raised concerns that the regional allocation model could reinforce inequities, that the program had not sufficiently addressed the highest-need regions such as the southern San Joaquin Valley, and that smaller counties and less launch-ready applicants faced barriers. For bridge housing, DHCS said more than $1.1 billion had been awarded, serving over 5,000 people and supporting more than 2,000 operational beds, but the Governor’s budget proposes to eliminate Round 4 funding as the administration weighs other statewide investments and Proposition 1 implementation workload. Public commenters and members urged more accountability, better regional equity, stronger labor and community involvement, and caution about funding for for-profit psychiatric facilities. Finally, the committee heard on the Children and Youth Behavioral Health Initiative. CalHHS and DHCS described CYBHI as a broad prevention- and equity-focused effort with more than 1,300 organizations funded, over $2.1 billion awarded, and multiple work streams spanning schools, community programs, workforce, and digital supports. DHCS highlighted school-based services, the fee schedule rollout, and digital platforms BrightLife Kids and Soluna, which it said are reaching users statewide and providing low-barrier access to coaching and support. Members and public commenters raised concerns about delays in school fee schedule implementation, the large share of funding going to digital tools, the need for more in-person services, and whether the initiative is sufficiently tracking outcomes and equity impacts. No formal votes were taken during the hearing.

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• Grant Program to support educators and credentialing, and $50 million in the mathematics, science, and
• These program recipients would be entitled to receive renewal grants for up to four years.
• It puts programs at risk when grants expire.
• An inability to offer these programs will jeopardize access to some grant funds, such as K-12 Strong
• , credentials that grant recipients the ability to teach in two credential programs.

Summary: The Assembly Education Committee heard several education bills, with AB 887 by Assemblymember Berman proposing that every school district and charter school adopt a plan so all high schools offer at least one computer science course by 2029-30. Supporters, including a teacher and student, argued California is falling behind other states and that computer science is essential for student opportunity and workforce readiness. ACSA opposed the bill, citing the shortage of qualified computer science teachers and administrative burden. The bill passed the committee on a 6-0 vote and was sent to Appropriations. The committee also heard AB 1390 by Assemblymember Solache, which would allow local and county school boards to raise trustee compensation above long-standing statutory minimums that have not changed in decades. Supporters said the current stipends are too low to make board service accessible to working families and younger community members. There was no opposition testimony, and the bill passed with five votes, with the roll left open for additional members. AB 865 by Assemblymember Gonzalez would create a $5 million, three-year grant program for dual-language immersion instructional materials, split between high-demand languages and other languages. Supporters said districts often lack standards-aligned materials in languages beyond Spanish, forcing teachers to create their own. The bill passed 7-0 to Appropriations. AB 857 by Assemblymember Gibson, requiring annual cultural competency training for K-12 staff, also passed 5-1 after supporters linked it to the state reparations task force report and argued it would improve trust and student outcomes. The committee additionally approved AB 677 by Assemblymember Bryan, which would make it easier for unhoused students to access school-based vision and dental screenings by allowing directory information to be used for that purpose with an opt-out process; it passed 8-0. AB 903 by Assemblymember Avila Farias, directing the Department of Education to develop best practices on education technology and digital equity, passed after amendments and with some opponents indicating they would remove opposition once the amendments were in print. Finally, AB 917 by Assemblymember Avila Farias, extending permanent-status protections to certain educators in small districts and county programs, drew significant opposition from small districts and regional occupational programs over flexibility and funding concerns; the bill still passed 5-2 with the roll held open for additional votes.