Bill > HB300

This bill is the General Appropriations Act of 2025, which appropriates funds for the operating and capital improvement budgets of Hawaii's Executive Branch for fiscal years 2025-2026 and 2026-2027. The bill is comprehensive and covers a wide range of state government functions, including economic development, employment, transportation, environmental protection, health, social services, education, culture and recreation, public safety, and government-wide support. The bill details specific appropriations for numerous state agencies and departments, breaking down funding by program, specifying the number of positions (both permanent and temporary), and identifying the sources of funding (such as general funds, special funds, federal funds, etc.). It authorizes the expenditure of billions of dollars across various sectors, with major allocations including: 1. Education: Significant funding for the Department of Education, including school-based budgeting, special education, instructional support, and capital improvements for schools statewide. 2. Health: Substantial appropriations for the Department of Health, covering areas like communicable disease control, emergency medical services, family health services, mental health, and hospital operations. 3. Transportation: Major investments in airport improvements, harbor facilities, highways, and related infrastructure across the state. 4. Social Services: Funding for child protective services, housing assistance, health care payments, and support for veterans and other vulnerable populations. The bill also includes provisions for: - Issuing various types of revenue bonds - Transferring and adjusting funds between agencies - Extending or lapsing appropriations - Providing discretionary powers to the governor for managing state funds The bill's effective date is technically listed as July 1, 3000, which is likely a placeholder or typographical error meant to be 2025.

Budget and Finance

https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=HB&billnumber=300&year=2025