❌ HB511
Increase appropriations for Campus Student Safety Grant Program
Current Status: In House Committee (Workforce and Higher Education)
Summary
HB511 increases appropriations for the Campus Student Safety Grant Program from $1,000,000 to $11,000,000 for the biennium ending June 30, 2027. It amends Section 381.10 of H.B. 96 of the 136th General Assembly to reflect these changes. The bill does not specify any penalties or exceptions.
Rationale
The bill increases government funding for a specific program, which may conflict with Libertarian principles of limited government and reduced state spending. Both the LP and LPO platforms emphasize minimal government intervention and fiscal responsibility, which this bill does not support.
Risks and Concerns
- Increased government spending
- Potential for cronyism in grant distribution
- Expansion of government programs