Bill
LC 1551
Overview: Bill Number: LC 1551, Title: Establish a grant program for aquatic recreational facilities, Status: (LC) Draft Delivered to Requester, Introduced: November 16, 2024Purpos
Overview: Bill Number: LC 1551, Title: Establish a grant program for aquatic recreational facilities, Status: (LC) Draft Delivered to Requester, Introduced: November 16, 2024
Purpose and Intent: The main purpose of this bill is to create a state-funded grant program to support the development and improvement of aquatic recreational facilities, such as public swimming pools, splash pads, and water parks. The legislative rationale is to enhance recreational opportunities and promote healthy, active lifestyles for residents.
Key Provisions:
- Establishes a competitive grant program within the state's parks and recreation department
- Allocates $10 million in annual funding for the grant program
- Allows local governments, nonprofit organizations, and other eligible entities to apply for grants to construct, renovate, or expand aquatic recreational facilities
- Requires grant recipients to provide matching funds or in-kind contributions to the project
Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Local communities and residents will have increased access to aquatic recreational facilities, which can improve public health, quality of life, and community engagement
- Nonprofit organizations and local governments that operate or manage aquatic facilities will have a new funding source to support capital improvements and expansions
- The state government will allocate a portion of its budget to the grant program, which may impact funding for other programs or services
Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
The bill is currently in the draft stage and has been delivered to the requester. Once formally introduced in the state legislature, it will go through the standard legislative process, including committee hearings and floor votes in both chambers. If passed, the bill would then be sent to the governor for signature or veto. If enacted, the grant program would be implemented by the state's parks and recreation department, with the first round of funding and project selections expected to occur within the next fiscal year.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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