The proposed bill establishes the Veterans' Specialty Court Grant Program, which will be administered by the Attorney General. This program aims to support municipalities and counties in creating Veterans' Court Programs, ensuring that these new programs do not duplicate or interfere with existing Veterans' Courts. The bill outlines specific responsibilities for the Attorney General, including the development of rules and criteria for the program, as well as the establishment of a Veterans' Treatment Court Fund, which will be continuously appropriated for use by municipalities and counties to support these programs.

Additionally, the bill mandates that the grant program focus on rehabilitation and reintegration of veterans, promote collaboration among various stakeholders, and develop individualized treatment plans addressing issues such as PTSD and substance abuse. Grantees will be required to submit annual reports detailing the number of veterans served, recidivism rates, and program outcomes. The Attorney General will also provide a comprehensive annual report to state leadership, summarizing data and offering recommendations for improving the effectiveness and sustainability of the Veterans' Court Programs. The bill appropriates $4 million from the state general fund for the fiscal year 2025-2026 to support these initiatives.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 41-200