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NC H534

NC H534
Funds for Sexual Assault Nurse Programs


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Introduced
03/26/2025
In Committee
03/27/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2025-2026 Session

Bill Summary

AN ACT TO APPROPRIATE FUNDS TO CERTAIN COMMUNITY COLLEGES TO ESTABLISH TRAINING SITES FOR SEXUAL ASSAULT NURSE EXAMINERS.

AI Summary

This bill appropriates $700,000 in nonrecurring funds from the General Fund to the Community Colleges System Office for the 2025-2026 fiscal year, specifically to support the establishment of Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) training sites at Rowan-Cabarrus Community College and Wake Technical Community College. The funds will be equally divided between the two colleges, with each institution allocated $350,000 to be used for specific purposes: up to $105,000 to hire a full-time faculty member, up to $105,000 to hire a clinical coordinator, up to $45,000 for equipment and supplies, and up to $95,000 for program development and accreditation costs. Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners are specially trained healthcare professionals who provide comprehensive care for sexual assault survivors, conducting medical forensic examinations and providing critical support during legal proceedings. The bill aims to increase the number of trained SANE professionals in North Carolina by supporting the development of new training programs at community colleges. The legislation will take effect immediately upon becoming law.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance

Sponsors (24)

Last Action

Ref to the Com on Appropriations, if favorable, Rules, Calendar, and Operations of the House (on 03/27/2025)

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