This bill aims to appropriate funds to the Department of Health and Human Services, specifically designating $500,000 for the fiscal years 2025-26 and 2026-27 from federal sources. The funds are intended for state aid, with a specific allocation for court-appointed special advocate state aid, ensuring that these funds are exclusively used for that purpose. Additionally, the bill specifies that the appropriated amounts will come from federal Temporary Assistance for Needy Families funds.
The bill also includes a declaration of emergency, allowing it to take effect immediately upon passage and approval. This urgency underscores the importance of the funding for the Department of Health and Human Services and its associated programs.