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 new funding for different agencies, such as the Child and Family Services Agency, the Office of the Deputy Mayor for Education, and the Department of Employment Services. Each grant is associated with a specific budget amount and is intended to support various initiatives, including child care development and employment services.
The proposed modifications detail the establishment of grants totaling over $500,000, with specific amounts allocated to each agency. For instance, the Child and Family Services Agency is set to receive $28,262.42, while the Department of Corrections is allocated $87,284.00 for HIV screening initiatives. The Mayor's office has made staff available for any inquiries regarding these budget modifications, emphasizing the importance of these grants in supporting the District's programs and services.