Illinois House Bill HB2813

Illinois 2023-2024 Regular Session

• Introduced: 2/16/23
• Refer: 2/28/23
• Refer: 2/16/23
• Refer: 5/19/23
• Refer: 2/28/24
• Refer: 4/5/24

Caption

GOMB-FINANCIAL ASSIST ALERTS

Impact

The implementation of this bill is expected to enhance transparency in state financial assistance programs. By facilitating timely notifications to interested parties, the bill seeks to ensure that agencies, non-profits, and individuals are better informed about available grants and funding options. This change could lead to increased participation from the community in applying for funds that support various initiatives and projects.

Summary

House Bill 2813, introduced by Rep. Camille Y. Lilly, amends the Grant Accountability and Transparency Act by adding a new section dedicated to providing alerts for financial assistance opportunities. The bill mandates that the Governor's Office of Management and Budget (GOMB) set up an email alert system that notifies the public whenever new funding opportunities are posted on the Catalog of State Financial Assistance. This initiative aims to improve public access to information regarding funding opportunities at the state level.

Contention

Although the bill appears largely procedural and focused on enhancing communication, there may be underlying concerns regarding the effectiveness of such alert systems. Questions may arise about the robustness and user-friendliness of the email notification process, as well as about how it integrates with existing systems. Additionally, some stakeholders might advocate for further measures that could accompany such alerts to ensure equitable access to funding opportunities, particularly for less tech-savvy groups or smaller entities.