House Bill No. [insert bill number] establishes a Senior Citizen Center Grant Program aimed at funding capital construction, maintenance, repair projects, and equipment purchases for senior citizen centers. The bill appropriates $5 million from the general fund to a newly created senior citizen center infrastructure account, which will be administered by the Department of Commerce. The funding is intended to support nonprofit corporations that provide services to senior citizens, with grants available for property acquisition, construction, remodeling, and equipment purchases. The bill also allows appropriations to continue into the 2027 and 2029 bienniums and includes provisions for grant eligibility, application processes, and conditions for disbursement of funds.

Additionally, the bill outlines specific requirements for grant recipients, including the need for matching funds for larger grants, adherence to design standards, and the submission of progress reports. It sets a maximum funding limit of $350,000 per county and $250,000 per project. The legislation emphasizes the intent for a quick implementation of the grant program and mandates that the Department of Commerce develop an efficient application process. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, and will terminate on June 30, 2031.