Bill > HB0078

This bill establishes a temporary grant program administered by the Wyoming Department of Family Services to provide funding for newborn safety devices at safe haven providers. The program defines a "newborn safety device" as a special installation at a safe haven location where an infant can be safely placed, which also immediately alerts personnel when a child is left there. Each safe haven provider can receive one grant for one device, with applications being accepted until March 1, 2026, and the program terminating on June 30, 2026. The bill appropriates $300,000 from the general fund for this purpose, with up to 1% of that amount allowed for administrative expenses. Safe haven providers can apply through an application process developed by the Department of Family Services, and the department is required to create rules for implementing the program. The bill becomes effective on July 1, 2025, with some sections taking effect immediately upon becoming law. The goal is to provide a mechanism for safely surrendering newborn children and ensure that safe haven locations have the technology to receive and quickly respond to infant surrenders.

https://www.wyoleg.gov/Legislation/2025/HB0078