1. (a) The department of local government finance township assistance online pilot program is established.

2. (b) The purpose of the pilot program is to:

   1. (1) develop an electronic platform that will allow for ease of access and efficient application for township assistance by township residents;
   2. (2) automate the application process for township assistance; and
   3. (3) create a system to collect and report data regarding township assistance relevant to the administration of township assistance.
3. (c) The department of local government finance may make the electronic application platform available to townships that agree to participate in the pilot program.
4. (d) The department of local government finance may charge a fee for the use of the electronic application platform to cover costs associated with ongoing operation and maintenance of the system.

As added by P.L.108-2019, SEC.201.