Military base infrastructure grant program.
Military base infrastructure grant program. Establishes the Indiana military base infrastructure grant program (program) for physical infrastructure projects located on current or proposed Indiana military bases. Provides that the: (1) Indiana defense task force, in consultation with the Indiana economic development corporation (corporation), shall develop policies and guidelines regarding the application process for the program; and (2) corporation shall administer the program. Provides that the budget committee must make a recommendation to the budget agency on whether to approve a proposed grant. Requires the budget agency to approve a proposed grant before the grant may be awarded. Makes an appropriation.
This bill, SB0466, proposes the creation of a grant program for improving infrastructure on military bases in Indiana. The program would fund physical infrastructure projects, such as roads, buildings, and utilities, on current or future military bases in the state. The Indiana Defense Task Force, working with the Indiana Economic Development Corporation, will set the rules for applying for these grants. The budget committee would need to recommend approval of any grant before the budget agency can award it.
The bill affects military bases in Indiana by providing funding for infrastructure improvements, which could enhance the operations and living conditions on these bases. The process involves the Indiana Defense Task Force, the Indiana Economic Development Corporation, and the budget agency in approving grants.
As of January 13, 2025, the bill has been introduced and referred to the Committee on Appropriations for further consideration. Recent actions include the addition of Senator Stacey Donato as a co-author and the initial referral of the bill.