Assembly Bill 989 aims to amend the existing statute regarding minority health grants administered by the Department of Health Services (DHS) in Wisconsin. The bill introduces a new funding priority for applicants that provide maternal and child health services, in addition to the current priority given to applicants that are not federally qualified health centers. This change is intended to enhance the health status of economically disadvantaged minority group members by ensuring that organizations focused on maternal and child health are recognized and supported through grant funding.

Under the current law, DHS awards grants of up to $50,000 per year to eligible applicants, who must also provide matching funds for at least 50 percent of the grant amount. The proposed amendment specifies that applicants providing maternal and child health services will now receive priority for these grants, thereby expanding the scope of support for organizations that address critical health needs within minority communities.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 250.20(3), 250.20