Appropriation; fire departments in District 4 of Winston County for certain purchases.

HB 301 appropriates $200,000 from the State General Fund to four specific fire departments in Winston County’s District 4 (Betheden, East Winston, High Point, and Louisville Volunteer Fire Departments) for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The funds are designated for purchasing new fire truck equipment, upgrading training facilities, adding thermal imaging cameras, or replacing outdated gear. Each department receives an equal share of $50,000 to cover these direct equipment and facility costs. This bill provides targeted financial support for operational upgrades without altering broader policy or creating new obligations.