AN ACT relating to the Kentucky Positive Youth Development Commission.

Summary

The bill establishes a new commission attached to the Department for Behavioral Health to oversee grants for evidence‑based, out‑of‑school programs that promote youth well‑being. It creates a trust fund in the State Treasury to finance these programs and sets up a grant application process for eligible organizations. The measure aims to address high rates of suicide, self‑harm and mental‑health challenges among Kentucky children and young adults.

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