Board of SupervisorsSan Francisco
Accept $250,000 Grant to Boost Low-Income Juror Per Diems
The Board approved a resolution letting the Treasurer’s Office use a $250,000 Jain‑Trivedi Fund grant to raise per‑diem payments for qualifying low‑income jurors in criminal cases.
PassedJul 28Budget & TaxesNo comment option listed
What's happening
- The Board approved a resolution letting the Treasurer’s Office use a $250,000 Jain‑Trivedi Fund grant to raise per‑diem payments for qualifying low‑income jurors in criminal cases.
- The program runs from August 1, 2026 through July 31, 2031.
Why it matters
Increasing juror compensation helps ensure diverse jury participation and reduces financial hardship for low‑income citizens serving in court.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Board of Supervisors meeting in Legislative Chamber, Room 250 (or join remotely).
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Posted Jul 25, 2026, 7:29 AM PTUpdated Sep 7, 2026, 12:06 PM PT
Decision update
Adopted
The item “Accept $250,000 Grant to Boost Low‑Income Juror Per Diems” was adopted.
Decided Jul 28, 2026.