Bill > HB1202

This bill appropriates funds for various state agencies and purposes for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026, with several key provisions. The bill allocates approximately $1.7 million for state contributions to interstate organizations, including groups like the National Governors Association and the Council of State Governments. It provides $103.5 million for miscellaneous transfers, including personal services adjustments and overtime payments. The bill also includes significant federal fund appropriations, such as $3 billion for the American Rescue Plan Act and $3.5 billion for the Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act. Other notable allocations include $75 million for firefighters' and police officers' pension funds, $16.25 million for disaster assistance grants, and $2 million for pregnancy help organizations. The bill includes special language detailing how funds can be transferred and used, establishes some new funds like the Drug Task Force Fund, and makes minor amendments to existing laws. The bill has an emergency clause making most provisions effective July 1, 2025, with one section related to the Public Legal Aid Fund becoming effective January 1, 2026.

Budget and Finance

Joint Budget Committee (J)

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