Bill > HB117

This bill, the General Appropriation Act of 2021, makes general appropriations and authorizes expenditures by state agencies as required by law. The key provisions include: - Defining important terms like "agency", "efficiency", "federal funds", and "performance measures" used throughout the bill. - Establishing general provisions for the appropriations, such as that amounts are expressed in thousands of dollars, unexpended balances will revert to the general fund, and restrictions on use of agency-issued credit cards. - Appropriating funds for various state agencies, programs, and special projects, including the legislative branch, the judicial branch, general control agencies like the Attorney General and State Auditor, public education, higher education, public safety, transportation, and more. - Providing specific directives and requirements for how some of the appropriated funds must be used, such as for extended learning time programs, K-5 Plus programs, teacher mentorship and professional development, and early literacy interventions. - Establishing performance measures and targets for many state programs and agencies to improve accountability and transparency. - Extending the period of time for expending previously appropriated funds for certain projects and initiatives. The bill aims to provide funding and direction to state agencies and programs to carry out their statutory duties and support key priorities, while also promoting efficiency, accountability, and measurable outcomes.

Budget and Finance

https://www.nmlegis.gov/lcs/legislation.aspx?chamber=H&legtype=B&legno=117&year=21