The bill submitted by Mayor Muriel Bowser outlines the FY 2025 Grant Budget Modifications as required by the Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2025. The modifications include various federal and private grants aimed at establishing programs across multiple agencies, such as the Child and Family Services Agency, District of Columbia Public Schools, and the Department of Health Care Finance. Notable grants include funding for Adoption and Legal Guardianship Incentive Payments, Election Security, and support for maternal health and viral hepatitis surveillance, with total budget amounts ranging from $5,000 to nearly $1 million.
The proposed modifications are intended to enhance services and support for various community needs without any COVID-related implications. The Mayor's office has made staff available for any inquiries regarding these budget changes, emphasizing the importance of collaboration with the Council of the District of Columbia to ensure effective implementation of the proposed grants.