Newborn safety device funding for safe haven providers.
HB 78 creates a $300,000 grant program to help safe haven providers (like hospitals or shelters) purchase newborn safety devices. These devices alert staff when a newborn is placed inside, ensuring immediate safety for the infant. The program provides one grant per provider for a single device, runs from July 2025 through June 2026, and limits administrative costs to 1% of the funds. It directly affects safe haven providers by funding devices that prevent newborn abandonment risks.
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Dec 2024
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Introduced Dec 26, 2024
Last action Feb 3, 2025
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1 primary · 3 co-sponsors
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Rachel Rodriguez-Williams
RRepublican
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Abby Angelos
RRepublican
Co
Cheri Steinmetz
RRepublican
Co
Evie Brennan
RRepublican
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