Bill > HB20

This bill is a comprehensive appropriations bill for the state of Missouri, allocating funds for fiscal year 2025-2026 across various state departments, agencies, and programs. The bill primarily uses funds from multiple sources, including the General Revenue Fund, Coronavirus State Fiscal Recovery Funds, Budget Stabilization Fund, and other specialized funds. Key appropriations include significant investments in higher education infrastructure, with numerous state universities receiving funding for construction, renovation, and expansion of facilities focused on areas like health sciences, workforce development, and STEM education. The bill also allocates substantial resources for infrastructure projects, including water and wastewater improvements, broadband expansion, transportation infrastructure, and public safety facilities. Additionally, the bill provides funding for economic development initiatives, mental health services, veterans' support, and specific local community projects across Missouri. Many of the appropriations require matching funds from local entities or have specific conditions attached to their use, and the funding sources reflect a mix of state revenues and federal COVID-19 recovery funds. The total appropriation across all funds amounts to approximately $2.66 billion, with allocations spanning educational institutions, public safety, infrastructure, healthcare, and various community development projects.

Budget and Finance

https://house.mo.gov/Bill.aspx?bill=HB20&year=2025&code=R