HB0078

Establishes a temporary grant program to fund newborn safety devices for safe haven providers in Wyoming.

• Defines key terms: newborn child (as defined in W.S. 14-11-102(a)(vi)), newborn safety device (a device installed at safe haven providers that alerts personnel when a newborn is placed in it), and safe haven provider (as defined in W.S. 14-11-102(a)(vii)). (Sec. 1(a))
• Requires the Department of Family Services to establish and administer a grant program providing funds to safe haven providers to purchase newborn safety devices, with each provider receiving no more than one grant and one device. (Sec. 1(b))
• Directs the Department of Family Services to develop an application process for safe haven providers to apply for and receive grants, and to review applications for eligibility determination. (Sec. 1(c))
• Sets the grant program as temporary, terminating June 30, 2026, with applications accepted only until March 1, 2026, and no grants awarded after June 30, 2026. (Sec. 1(d))
• Appropriates $300,000 from the general fund to the Department of Family Services for the period July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026, with up to 1% permitted for administrative expenses and remaining funds reverting to the general fund. (Sec. 2)
• Requires the Department of Family Services to promulgate rules necessary to implement the act. (Sec. 3)

Effective: July 1, 2025

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