Bill > SB154

This bill, the General Appropriation Act of 2022, is an act making general appropriations and authorizing expenditures by state agencies required by law. The key provisions of this bill include: - Definitions of various terms used in the act, such as "agency," "efficiency," "federal funds," "general fund," and "performance measure." - General provisions outlining how the appropriations are to be used, including requirements for unexpended balances to revert to the general fund, monitoring of revenue sources, and restrictions on agency-issued credit card use. - Appropriations for various state agencies, programs, and initiatives, including the legislative branch, judicial branch, general control agencies, public safety agencies, health and human services agencies, and higher education institutions. - Specific provisions for the public school support system, including the state equalization guarantee distribution, requirements for teacher and principal salaries, at-risk student services, extended learning time programs, and K-5 plus programs. - Performance measures and targets for many of the appropriated programs and initiatives. The bill aims to provide funding and guidance to state agencies and programs to carry out their statutory responsibilities, with a focus on improving outcomes in areas like education, public safety, and health and human services.

Budget and Finance

https://www.nmlegis.gov/Legislation/Legislation?chamber=S&legtype=B&legno=154&year=22