Purpose of the Bill

The bill aims to support veterans by providing funding to Metro Meals on Wheels. This funding is intended to enhance services specifically for veterans, including meal delivery and program assistance.

Main Provisions

• Funding Allocation: The bill allocates $497,500 for each fiscal year 2026 and 2027. This money will be taken from the state's general fund.
• Purpose of Funds: The appropriated funds are designated for providing home-delivered meals to veterans and for assisting with technical enrollment outreach and volunteer recruitment for support programs.
• Reporting Requirement: Metro Meals on Wheels must report to the commissioner of veterans affairs, detailing the use of the grant money and providing data on the number of veterans and service members served. These reports are due by September 1 of each respective fiscal year.

Significant Changes

• This bill introduces a new, one-time funding provision specifically for Metro Meals on Wheels aimed at serving veterans. There is no indication of previous similar appropriations in existing law.

Relevant Terms

• Veterans affairs
• Appropriation
• Metro Meals on Wheels
• Home-delivered meals
• Technical enrollment outreach
• Volunteer recruitment