An act relating to the establishment of the Vermont Community Radio Grant Program

H.307 establishes Vermont's Community Radio Grant Program to provide funding for nonprofit community radio stations. It directly affects Vermont's seven active community radio stations (eligible for up to $25,000 each) and three upcoming stations (eligible for up to $10,000 each), which serve rural and underserved areas and provide critical emergency information during disasters. The program funds equipment upgrades, backup generators, and operational improvements to enhance emergency broadcasting and station sustainability. Grants require a detailed implementation plan and annual reporting on fund use and impact, with $205,000 appropriated from the General Fund for fiscal year 2026. The bill takes effect July 1, 2025.