Bill > HB0554

This bill establishes the Bike Rack Matching Grant Pilot Program, a state initiative designed to support municipalities in installing and maintaining public bicycle racks. The program will allow municipalities to apply for grants from the Governor's Office of Economic Opportunity, with each municipality required to provide matching funds and meet specific criteria for their local bike rack programs. To qualify, municipalities must create transparent processes for bike rack installation, including ways for residents to request racks and standards ensuring racks are secure and accessible. The office will prioritize grant awards based on factors like existing bike rack availability, bicycle usage levels, and economic needs. The program is funded with $50,000 in fiscal year 2025 and $100,000 in fiscal year 2026, with funds to be distributed over two years. Municipalities must use the grant funds within 12 months of receipt for installing or maintaining public bike racks, either on public rights-of-way or on private property in collaboration with business entities. The pilot program is set to expire on July 1, 2028, and the Governor's Office is required to include a report on the program's progress in its annual report.

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