Bill > SB088

This bill is a supplemental appropriations bill for the Colorado Department of Agriculture for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2024, detailing specific funding allocations across various divisions and programs. The bill provides detailed financial breakdowns for departments including the Commissioner's Office, Agricultural Services, Agricultural Markets, Brand Board, Colorado State Fair, and Conservation Board, specifying funding sources such as general funds, cash funds, reappropriated funds, and federal funds. Key provisions include allocations for personal services, health and disability benefits, operational expenses, and specific programs like the Agriculture Workforce Development Program, wine promotion, agricultural inspections, brand inspections, and conservation services. Notable highlights include $500,000 designated for renewable energy and energy efficiency project grants, $207,099 for implementing a human resources and business operations solution, and funding for programs like the Community Food Access Program and FFA and 4H funding. The bill also includes footnotes explaining the intended use of certain fund allocations and specifies that some appropriations remain available for expenditure until specific future fiscal years. The total appropriation for the Department of Agriculture is approximately $76.5 million, sourced from various funding streams.

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https://leg.colorado.gov/bills/sb25-088