A bill for an act providing for the establishment of a veterans service organization grant program, and making appropriations.

This bill establishes a state grant program to help veterans service organizations hire staff who assist veterans with benefits claims. Organizations must provide matching funds equal to the grant amount to receive support. It allocates $250,000 from the state general fund for the 2025-2026 fiscal year, with unspent funds remaining available for future use. The Department of Veterans Affairs will administer the program and create application rules.