Bill > HB1014

This bill establishes a competitive grant program within the Department of Commerce to provide funding to local governments in rural counties for fire protection services capital projects. The grant program will prioritize projects based on factors such as the jurisdiction's fire rating, ability to leverage other funds, and whether the project is critical for the health and safety of the community. Grant recipients must provide matching funds, and the maximum grant amount per jurisdiction is $2 million per biennium. The Department of Commerce is required to submit an annual report on the grant program, including the number of applications, approved projects, and grant disbursements.