Bill > HB1044

This bill addresses a critical funding emergency for state departments in Hawaii by providing emergency appropriations for fiscal year 2024-2025. Previously, budget acts allowed departments to transfer funds between programs with legislative notification, but a recent repeal of this provision has limited departments' financial flexibility. The bill aims to reinstate funding transfer capabilities by appropriating additional general funds to cover operating shortfalls in the fourth quarter of the fiscal year. Specifically, the emergency appropriations are designed to be budget neutral, meaning they will adjust funding for various programs to match their anticipated levels of activity without increasing overall spending. The legislation is recommended by the governor for immediate passage and will take effect upon approval, helping state departments maintain financial stability and respond to changing operational conditions by providing more flexible funding mechanisms.

Budget and Finance

https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=HB&billnumber=1044&year=2026