Bill > SB729

This bill requires certain state agencies, including the Office of Emergency Services, Department of General Services, Department of Housing and Community Development, Department of Insurance, and Franchise Tax Board, to establish a nonprofit liaison during a state of emergency. The nonprofit liaison, who will be assigned to an existing role within the state agency, will have two primary responsibilities: first, to coordinate with state and local agencies to provide resources and information to nonprofit organizations during emergency relief efforts, including helping them access grants and reducing administrative barriers; and second, to support nonprofit organizations in gaining increased access to available grants during emergency response periods. The bill specifically defines a nonprofit organization as a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) organization under the Internal Revenue Code. The goal of this legislation is to create a dedicated point of contact for nonprofit organizations during emergency situations, ensuring they can more effectively receive support and resources when they are most needed.

Budget and Finance, Government Affairs

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