Plain English Summary
This bill appropriates $500,000 in recurring funds to the Muddy Sneakers program to support hands-on science learning for fifth graders, and $2,750,000 in nonrecurring funds to St. Gerard House to support autism treatment programs. Both appropriations are funded from the General Fund and take effect July 1, 2025.
Arguments in Favor
Supporters argue that Muddy Sneakers provides valuable experiential learning that improves student science aptitude through field-based instruction aligned with state standards, filling a gap in supplemental science education. They contend that St. Gerard House's autism programs serve families in need of specialized treatment services, and state funding helps expand access to care for North Carolina residents.
Arguments Against
Opponents may question whether direct appropriations to specific nonprofit organizations are the most efficient use of state funds, and whether other education programs or autism services could demonstrate greater cost-effectiveness. Some may also note concerns about the sustainability of nonrecurring funds for St. Gerard House and whether the $500,000 for Muddy Sneakers should be distributed through broader competitive grant processes rather than direct appropriation.
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Sponsors
Primary Sponsor
Representative · District 116
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Representative · District 119
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Representative · District 14
Primary Sponsor
Representative · District 113
Cosponsors (9)
Representative · District 1
Representative · District 70
Representative · District 5
Representative · District 26
Representative · District 40
Representative · District 100
Representative · District 31
Representative · District 78
Representative · District 105