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This bill establishes a Nonprofit Organizations Navigator within the Maryland Department of Commerce to provide support and resources for nonprofit organizations seeking state grants. The navigator will be designated by the Department's Secretary and will have three primary responsibilities: (1) providing technical assistance to nonprofits in accessing and applying for state grant programs, (2) working with nonprofits and state government agencies to resolve procedural complexities and delays in grant-making processes, and (3) collecting and sharing information about federal, state, and local grant opportunities. The bill also requires the Department of Commerce to report to legislative committees by January 1, 2027, detailing the navigator's activities, including the number of nonprofits assisted, grant applications completed, and total grant funds awarded as a result of the navigator's support. The legislation is designed as an emergency measure with a sunset date of June 30, 2027, and aims to streamline and improve the grant application process for nonprofit organizations in Maryland by providing dedicated technical assistance and guidance.

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https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/SB0365?ys=2025RS