Connecticut HB05486 establishes a grant program to fund diaper distribution to needy families.

Connecticut HB05486 creates a grant program to provide diapers to eligible children, defined as those aged three years or younger from households with income not exceeding 200% of the federal poverty level. The Commissioner of Social Services will establish this program for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2027, in partnership with organizations representing hospitals and nonprofit diaper distributors. The bill also mandates reporting requirements for funded partnerships and a report on the program's impact by September 1, 2027.

Connecticut HB05486 establishes a grant program to fund diaper distribution to needy families.

Connecticut HB05486 creates a grant program to provide diapers to eligible children, defined as those aged three years or younger from households with income not exceeding 200% of the federal poverty level. The Commissioner of Social Services will establish this program for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2027, in partnership with organizations representing hospitals and nonprofit diaper distributors. The bill also mandates reporting requirements for funded partnerships and a report on the program's impact by September 1, 2027.