Est. Youth Mentoring Comm./Mentoring Funds
Plain English Summary
This bill creates the North Carolina Commission on Youth Mentoring within the Department of Health and Human Services and provides $1.5 million per year for grants to youth mentoring nonprofits. The 15-member commission will establish grant programs, manage applications, and report annually on how funds are distributed and their social impact.
Arguments in Favor
Supporters argue this bill addresses youth development needs by providing dedicated funding and structure to strengthen community mentoring programs. They contend that mentoring helps young people achieve long-term goals, reduces risky behaviors, and builds stronger connections between youth, parents, and adults in their communities. The diverse commission membership—including youth participants, educators, businesses, and nonprofits—ensures programs reflect actual community needs.
Arguments Against
Opponents may question whether creating a new state commission is necessary when existing youth development programs could receive similar funding more efficiently. They might also express concern about $1.5 million in recurring annual spending during tight budget times, or worry that the commission structure adds bureaucratic overhead rather than directing resources directly to mentoring organizations. Some may question whether outcome measures for measuring 'social impact' are clearly defined.
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Sponsors
Primary Sponsor
Representative · District 42
Primary Sponsor
Representative · District 68
Primary Sponsor
Representative · District 31
Cosponsors (7)
Representative · District 115
Representative · District 48
Representative · District 45
Representative · District 41
Representative · District 27
Representative · District 30
Representative · District 61