Bill > SB188

This bill appropriates funds for the legislative department of Colorado for the fiscal year 2025-26, totaling $74,577,313 from various funding sources including the general fund, cash funds, and reappropriated funds. The appropriation is broken down into specific allocations for different legislative bodies: $24,804,210 for the general assembly (with 173.4 full-time equivalent employees or FTE), $13,961,277 for the state auditor's office (83.1 FTE), $3,013,629 for the joint budget committee (20.3 FTE), $17,384,445 for the legislative council (109.9 FTE), and $10,798,740 for the committee on legal services (65.1 FTE). Additionally, $4,615,012 is allocated for PERA (Public Employees' Retirement Association) Amortization Equalization Disbursement and Supplemental Amortization Equalization Disbursement. The bill also includes a $5,000 appropriation to the youth advisory council cash fund. A notable provision allows $150,000 from the general fund to be carried over to the 2025-26 fiscal year for document remediation by the legislative council if not expended by July 1, 2025. The bill includes a safety clause stating its necessity for the immediate preservation of public peace, health, or safety.

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https://leg.colorado.gov/bills/sb25-188