Bill > H1

This bill provides appropriations and funding for the operations of various departments, boards, commissions and institutions of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts for the 2020 fiscal year. Key provisions include: - Appropriations totaling $43.7 billion from the General Fund, Commonwealth Transportation Fund, and other sources to fund state government operations, services, and programs. - Authorizes the transfer of funds between accounts and appropriation items as necessary to meet projected spending needs. - Requires the comptroller to monitor and report on revenue collections compared to projections. - Provides funding for programs and services across multiple state agencies and departments, including education, health and human services, public safety, transportation, and more. - Establishes or continues various trust funds, retained revenue accounts, and other specialized funding sources to support specific programs and initiatives. - Directs certain revenue sources, such as taxes and fees, to be deposited in designated funds or accounts. - Includes provisions related to local aid distribution, regional school districts, and reimbursements to cities and towns. The bill aims to appropriate the necessary resources to maintain government operations and provide essential public services in the Commonwealth during the 2020 fiscal year, while adhering to budgetary constraints and maximizing the use of available funding sources.

Budget and Finance

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1