House Bill 1949, sponsored by Love, amends Tennessee Code Annotated to establish new guidelines for the disbursement of funds to nonprofit organizations involved in opioid abatement and remediation efforts. The bill introduces a new subsection (b) to Section 33-11-105, which mandates that funds approved for these organizations must be distributed as a combination of advance payment and reimbursement grants. Specifically, it is intended that approximately fifty percent (50%) of the total grant funds be allocated as advance payments to cover recurring expenses, such as employee wages and salaries.

Additionally, the existing subsection (b) of Section 33-11-105 is redesignated as subsection (c) to accommodate this new provision. The bill emphasizes the importance of providing financial support to nonprofits addressing the opioid crisis, ensuring they have the necessary resources to manage ongoing operational costs effectively. The act is set to take effect immediately upon becoming law, highlighting the urgency of addressing the public welfare related to opioid abatement efforts.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 33-11-105