Purpose of the Bill

The bill aims to create a grant program specifically for addressing mental health issues within the African immigrant community.

Main Provisions

• The bill allocates $500,000 for fiscal year 2026 and an additional $500,000 for fiscal year 2027 from the state's general fund.
• These funds are designated for the commissioner of human services to establish and manage the grant program.
• The intended use of the funds is to require grantees to collaborate directly with families from the African immigrant community.

Significant Changes

• The introduction of a new grant program is aimed at supporting mental health initiatives targeted specifically at African immigrants, addressing a gap in current mental health services.
• The allocation of funds for this initiative is a onetime appropriation over two fiscal years.

Relevant Terms

mental health, African immigrant community, grant program, appropriation, fiscal year, general fund