Bill > HB5601

This bill appropriates $1,000,000 from the Governor's Office – Civil Contingent Fund to the Governor's Office – Office of Resiliency, which will then be deposited into the West Virginia Disaster Recovery Trust Fund. This fund is used to support disaster recovery efforts. The bill also establishes new rules for how money from this fund can be used for disaster case management grants. Disaster case management is defined as providing structured, time-limited support to households affected by disasters, including assessing needs, developing recovery plans, and helping them access various recovery resources. To receive these grants, organizations must have a physical office and operational capacity within West Virginia, meaning they can deploy and supervise staff to serve West Virginia residents. They must also coordinate their efforts with local Long-Term Recovery Organizations (LTROs), which are groups that help communities recover over the long term. Grant recipients will be required to report regularly on their activities and outcomes, and the funds can only be used for direct disaster case management services, not for unrelated activities.

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