Bill > HB186

This bill provides comprehensive appropriations from the State General Fund and other funds for Alabama state government agencies and functions for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026. The bill covers expenditures for the executive, legislative, and judicial branches, allocating funding to numerous state departments and agencies across various programs and services. Some key provisions include a projected State General Fund beginning balance of $333,607,538, with specific allocations for potential surplus funds to the Legislative Council, State Industrial Development Authority, and State Law Enforcement Agency. The bill mandates that agencies file reports on fund usage, provides guidelines for fund transfers and expenditures, and includes provisions for handling federal grants, court-ordered payments, and interagency transfers. Notable funding highlights include significant appropriations for Medicaid ($1.179 billion from the State General Fund), the Department of Corrections, public health services, mental health programs, and various special projects and grants across different state agencies. The bill also sets the State Employees Insurance Board (SEIB) monthly rate at $1,025 per full-time employee and includes provisions for equal employment opportunities and reporting requirements for non-governmental entities receiving state funds. The appropriations are subject to various legal and fiscal management constraints, and the bill is set to become effective on October 1, 2025.

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