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 while ensuring that these new programs do not interfere with existing Veterans' Courts or other related court programs. The bill outlines specific responsibilities for the Attorney General, including the development of rules and criteria for the program, as well as the creation of individualized treatment plans for justice-involved veterans addressing issues such as PTSD, traumatic brain injury, and substance abuse.

Additionally, the bill creates the Veterans' Treatment Court Fund, which will be continuously appropriated and used to provide financial support for the establishment of Veterans' Court Programs. Grantees will be required to submit annual reports detailing the number of veterans served, recidivism rates, and program outcomes. The Attorney General will also be tasked with compiling a comprehensive annual report for state leadership, analyzing the effectiveness of the programs and providing recommendations for improvement. 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