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Bill to fund senior-center repairs and upgrades wins broad support in committee

Senate Business and Labor Committee · March 4, 2025
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Summary

House Bill 182 would create a competitive $5 million grant program to fund capital improvements at Montana senior centers, with a 1:1 cash match and maximum grants of $250,000; supporters said the centers provide meals, socialization and services that reduce long-term care costs.

Representative John Fitzpatrick introduced House Bill 182 to establish a competitive, one-time $5 million grant program in the Department of Commerce to fund construction, remodeling and equipment purchases for senior citizen centers statewide. The program would cap grants at $250,000 per project, limit awards to two grants per…

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