Relating to: disaster assistance grants. (FE)

SB 558 creates two new grant programs to assist individuals and businesses affected by state-declared disasters. It authorizes the Department of Military Affairs to award grants of up to $25,000 per household for individuals (covering home repairs, temporary housing, and damaged property) and up to $50,000 per business (covering property repairs, payroll, and operating costs) following a governor’s disaster emergency declaration after January 1, 2025. The bill requires applicants to submit receipts and sign affidavits to prevent duplicate funding from insurance or federal aid, and explicitly prohibits grants if federal assistance is already available for the same disaster. This legislation directly affects residents and businesses in areas impacted by declared state emergencies, providing supplemental support after federal aid is exhausted.