HB 5633
Relating to extending the expiration date on a pilot program administered by the Herbert Henderson Office on Minority Affairs to promote public health through comprehensive community development.
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Bill overview
This bill extends the lifespan of a pilot program run by the Herbert Henderson Office on Minority Affairs. The program aims to improve public health and community development in West Virginia by addressing issues like poverty and substance abuse. It operates by collaborating with nonprofit organizations and utilizing existing resources to create a model for comprehensive community development across various communities. The office will report on the program’s progress to relevant committees.
Key provisions
- Extends the expiration date of the Herbert Henderson Office on Minority Affairs pilot program.
- The pilot program’s goal is to promote public health through comprehensive community development.
- It focuses on addressing poverty, substance abuse, and other social determinants of health.
- The pilot will collaborate with nonprofit organizations.
- It leverages existing federal and state resources.
Who is affected
- Herbert Henderson Office on Minority Affairs
- Nonprofit organizations in West Virginia
- Communities in West Virginia
- Residents of West Virginia affected by poverty and substance abuse
Notable changes
- Extends the existing pilot program beyond its original expiration date.
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