Item 118

Pursuant to the provisions of RSA 14:30-a, VI, authorize the Department of Health and Human Services (Department), Office of the Commissioner, to accept to expend federal funds from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) State Fiscal Recovery Funds (SFRF), in the amount of $2,500,000 to support the construction of the forensic psychiatric unit at New Hampshire Hospital, effective upon approval by the Fiscal Committee and Governor and Council through December 31, 2026, and further authorize the allocation of these funds in the account below. This is an allowable use of ARPA SFRF funds under Section 602(c)(1)(C) for provision of government services to the extent of reduction in revenue. 100% Federal Funds.