The comptroller shall adopt rules necessary to implement the grant program established under this subchapter, including rules that establish:

1. (1) a standardized application process, including the form to be used to apply for a grant and the manner of submitting the form;

2. (2) deadlines for:

   1. (A) applying for the grant;
   2. (B) submitting detailed documentation necessary to demonstrate the sheriff's costs in participating in the agreement that is the subject of the grant at least annually;
   3. (C) distributing grant money; and
   4. (D) spending grant money; and

3. (3) procedures for:

   1. (A) monitoring the distribution of grant money to ensure compliance with this subchapter; and
   2. (B) returning grant money that was not used by a sheriff for a purpose authorized by this subchapter.

Added by Acts 2025, 89th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1124 (S.B. 8), Sec. 1, eff. January 1, 2026.