Purpose of the Bill

The purpose of this bill is to financially support the Metro Meals on Wheels program in providing services specifically targeted at veterans.

Main Provisions

• The bill allocates $497,500 for each of the fiscal years 2026 and 2027 from the general fund.
• This funding is intended as a grant to Metro Meals on Wheels.
• The funds are to be used for:
  1. Delivering meals to veterans at their homes.
  2. Supporting technical enrollment outreach.
  3. Recruiting volunteers to assist member programs.

Reporting Requirements

• Metro Meals on Wheels is required to report back to the commissioner of veterans affairs, as well as relevant legislative committees, by September 1st of both 2026 and 2027.
• The reports should detail the use of funds and the number of veterans or service members who benefited from the services.

Significant Changes

• The bill establishes a one-time appropriation specifically for veterans-related services through Metro Meals on Wheels, marking a focused investment in veteran support via meal delivery and other services.

Relevant Terms

veterans affairs, appropriation, Metro Meals on Wheels, home-delivered meals, volunteer recruitment, report, fiscal year, grant, technical enrollment.