(a) Within the limits of funds available, the department may award grants that, in the department’s judgment, best promote the purposes described in Section 127632, taking into account all of the following:

(1) The extent to which abortion and contraception services are needed locally.

(2) The ability of the applicant to advance health equity.

(3) The relative need of the applicant.

(b) The department shall determine the amount of an award on the basis of the amount of funds requested.

(c) Unless otherwise specified by the department, an initial grant shall be for a 12-month period.

(d) Determination regarding a grant award shall be made within 60 days of receipt of a completed application.

(Added by Stats. 2022, Ch. 562, Sec. 2. (AB 2134) Effective January 1, 2023.)