Purpose of the Bill

The bill aims to provide financial support for an organization called Every Third Saturday, specifically to assist veterans in need.

Main Provisions

• Funding Allocation: The bill authorizes a one-time funding appropriation of $50,000 for fiscal year 2026 and another $50,000 for fiscal year 2027. This money will come from the general fund and be directed to the commissioner of veterans affairs to issue as grants to Every Third Saturday.
• Use of Funds: The allocated funds are intended to provide emergency assistance for veterans.
• Reporting Requirement: Every Third Saturday is required to submit detailed reports to the commissioner of veterans affairs and relevant legislative committee members by September 1 of each year (2026 and 2027). These reports must include a description of how the funds were used and the number of veterans who were assisted through the program.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

• This bill introduces a new one-time funding initiative specifically for the nonprofit organization Every Third Saturday, designed to assist veterans with emergency needs.

Relevant Terms

veterans affairs, emergency assistance, grant, Every Third Saturday, appropriation, fiscal year 2026, fiscal year 2027, commissioner of veterans affairs, reports.