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Representative Monson requests funds to expand 4-H programming on San Juan County reservation
Summary
Representative Monson asked the subcommittee to consider an appropriation to expand 4-H educational services into the southern part of San Juan County (reservation communities) to support youth education, mental health and food-security efforts.
Representative Monson presented a request for appropriation on Feb. 6 to expand 4‑H programming into underserved portions of San Juan County, including tribal reservation communities.
The request would fund expansion of 4‑H services and programming the representative said already operate elsewhere in the county but are not as robust in the southern reservation area. Monson cited increases in youth mental-health challenges and food-security concerns, and said 4‑H activities can provide educational opportunity and social supports for children and families.
Why it matters: committee members briefly discussed community needs in remote areas and accepted the request to add it to the committee's appropriation considerations. No dollar amount was specified during the presentation.
Ending: the committee received the request for consideration in the committee's appropriation review process.
