Senate Bill 1002 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 amended statute, DHS will continue to award grants of up to $50,000 per year per applicant, with the requirement that awardees provide matching funds for at least 50 percent of the grant amount. The inclusion of maternal and child health service providers as a priority group reflects a commitment to addressing specific health needs within minority communities, thereby promoting better health outcomes for these populations.

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