Bill > HB635

This bill establishes a comprehensive statewide grant database to be managed by Kentucky's Finance and Administration Cabinet, designed to provide a centralized, user-friendly platform for accessing grant opportunities. The bill defines key terms such as "agency" (any state or local government unit) and "grant" (money, equipment, material, or services available through an application process), and requires all state and local agencies to report their grant opportunities quarterly beginning December 1, 2025. The database will allow keyword searches and include detailed information for each grant, such as its title, authorizing statute, posting and application deadline dates, eligibility criteria, available funding amounts, and contact information. The primary goals are to make state and local grants easily accessible to individuals and entities and to ensure clear communication of grant requirements. Additionally, the bill mandates that each county and area development district must prominently display a link to this grant database on their website's homepage, further increasing visibility and accessibility of grant opportunities across the Commonwealth of Kentucky.

Government Affairs

https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/record/25RS/hb635.html