The proposed bill, General Assembly Proposed Bill No. 6430, seeks to amend section 12-20a of the general statutes to establish state grants in lieu of taxes specifically for nonprofit inpatient hospital facilities that provide mental health care. This initiative aims to support these facilities by alleviating their tax burdens, thereby enabling them to focus more resources on delivering essential mental health services.

The bill introduces new legal language that explicitly provides for these state grants, while there are no deletions indicated in the current law. The intent behind this legislation is to enhance the financial viability of nonprofit hospitals that play a critical role in mental health care, ensuring they can continue to operate effectively and serve their communities.