This bill establishes a matching grant program within the Alaska Department for funding the construction and renovation of fire stations. It introduces new sections to AS 29.60, specifically creating Article 6A, which outlines the procedures for eligible applicants to apply for grants. The program will provide financial assistance based on a percentage of the total proposed project costs, subject to legislative appropriation. Additionally, a fire station grant fund is created to manage the appropriations and income earned, allowing for the continuous availability of funds for matching grants without the need for further appropriation.

The bill also mandates that each fiscal year, a minimum percentage of the fire station grant fund's balance as of June 30 of the previous fiscal year must be allocated for matching grants. The Department is authorized to adopt regulations to implement the provisions of the new sections. The effective date for this act is set for July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
HB0207A, AM HB 207, introduced 04/25/2025: