RS2026-2276: A resolution approving amendment one to the Healthy Start Initiative Grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Health Resources and Services Administration, to the Metropolitan Government, acting by and through the Metropolitan Board of Health, to provide a variety of services in reducing infant mortality for pregnant and parenting women.

Description

A resolution approving amendment one to the Healthy Start Initiative Grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Health Resources and Services Administration, to the Metropolitan Government, acting by and through the Metropolitan Board of Health, to provide a variety of services in reducing infant mortality for pregnant and parenting women.

Summary

The proposed Nashville resolution approves Amendment 1 to the federal Healthy Start Initiative grant administered by the Metro Board of Health. It increases funding for the April 2026–March 2027 period by $732,380, from $367,620 to $1.1 million, with no required Metro match, and updates grant terms. The five-year project runs through March 2029 and supports services for pregnant and parenting women aimed at improving outcomes before, during, and after pregnancy, reducing infant mortality, and addressing racial and ethnic disparities. Grant funds support personnel, supplies, travel, contractual services, and indirect costs. The amendment affects Nashville and Davidson County residents, with services delivered through the Health Department. If adopted, the Mayor may execute the amended agreement.