The proposed bill aims to establish a one-time American Legion Post Support Grant Program within the Department of Veterans Assistance in West Virginia. It authorizes a total appropriation of $10 million to be distributed equally among all active American Legion posts in the state, without requiring individual applications or matching funds. The bill recognizes the essential services provided by these posts to veterans and local communities, and it seeks to address the financial and operational challenges they face.

Additionally, the bill outlines specific permitted uses for the grant funds, including building maintenance, equipment purchases, and programmatic support for veterans and their families. It also includes restrictions on the use of funds for political activities or personal compensation unrelated to post operations. Each post receiving funds must submit an expenditure report within twelve months, and the Department will compile a statewide summary report for the Joint Committee on Government and Finance. The program is set to expire upon completion of the distribution and submission of the report, unless reauthorized by the Legislature.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 9A-1-11b