The bill, ENROLLED SENATE BILL NO. 1179, appropriates $800,000 from the Statewide Recovery Fund to the J.D. McCarty Center for Children with Developmental Disabilities. This funding is specifically designated to provide medical care for children with developmental disabilities who have been disproportionately affected by the pandemic. The use of these funds must align with the recommendations set forth by the Joint Committee on Pandemic Relief Funding, which were adopted on May 12, 2025.

Additionally, the bill declares an emergency, allowing it to take effect immediately upon passage and approval. This urgency underscores the importance of addressing the needs of affected children promptly, ensuring that the necessary resources are available to support their medical care in light of the ongoing challenges posed by the pandemic.