Bill > SB220

This bill appropriates money for the ordinary expenses of state departments, institutions, and common schools for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026, totaling over $7.3 billion. * **Department of Social Services:** Receives the largest appropriation at over $1.8 billion, primarily for Medical Services ($1.29 billion) and Behavioral Health ($215.6 million), funded through General Fund, Federal Funds, and Other Funds. * **Board of Regents:** Appropriated over $965 million for the operations of various state universities and related programs, with significant funding for South Dakota State University ($283.6 million) and the University of South Dakota ($170.8 million), funded by General Fund, Federal Funds, and Other Funds. * **Department of Transportation:** Allocated over $1.25 billion, with the vast majority ($1.14 billion) designated for Construction Contracts, funded by General Fund, Federal Funds, and Other Funds. * **Department of Education:** Appropriated over $1 billion, with substantial amounts for State Aid to General Education ($619.8 million) and State Aid to Special Education ($103 million), funded by General Fund and Federal Funds. * **Department of Corrections:** Receives over $164 million for the operation of state prisons and correctional programs, funded by General Fund, Federal Funds, and Other Funds. * **Department of Public Safety:** Appropriated over $104 million for various public safety functions, including the Highway Patrol ($43.9 million) and Emergency Services ($13.4 million), funded by General Fund, Federal Funds, and Other Funds. * **Department of Game, Fish and Parks:** Allocated over $129 million for wildlife management, state parks, and recreation, funded by General Fund, Federal Funds, and Other Funds. * **Department of Health:** Appropriated over $137 million for public health initiatives, including Family and Community Health ($67.5 million) and Laboratory Services ($19.3 million), funded by General Fund, Federal Funds, and Other Funds. * **Department of Human Services:** Receives over $732 million, with significant funding for Developmental Disabilities ($301.3 million) and Long Term Services and Supports ($362.3 million), funded by General Fund, Federal Funds, and Other Funds. * **Legislative Branch:** Appropriated over $16 million for legislative operations and the Auditor General. * **Office of the Attorney General:** Appropriated over $41 million for legal services, criminal investigations, and law enforcement training. * **Department of Labor and Regulation:** Appropriated over $62 million for various labor and regulatory functions, including Reemployment Assistance and Job Service. * **Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources:** Appropriated over $97 million for agricultural and environmental services, resource conservation, and state fair operations. * **Department of Tourism:** Appropriated over $35 million for tourism promotion and arts programs. * **Department of Veterans' Affairs:** Appropriated over $16 million for veterans' benefits, services, and the State Veterans' Home. * **Department of Tribal Relations:** Appropriated over $1 million for the Office of Tribal Relations. * **Public Utilities Commission:** Appropriated over $5.3 million for regulatory functions. * **Unified Judicial System:** Appropriated over $81 million for court operations, indigent legal services, and other judicial functions. * **State Treasurer:** Appropriated over $69 million, including significant funds for the investment of state funds and unclaimed property operations. * **Secretary of State:** Appropriated over $4.6 million for administrative and operational expenses. * **State Auditor:** Appropriated over $1.9 million for auditing functions. * **Department of the Military:** Appropriated over $33 million for National Guard operations. * **School and Public Lands:** Appropriated over $1.2 million for administration. * **Office of the Governor:** Appropriated over $111 million for various executive functions, including economic development initiatives. * **Bureau of Finance and Management:** Appropriated over $45 million for financial management and employee compensation. * **Bureau of Human Resources and Administration:** Appropriated over $81 million for administrative services, personnel management, and statewide maintenance. * **Bureau of Information and Telecommunications:** Appropriated over $88 million for data centers, development, and telecommunications services. * **Department of Revenue:** Appropriated over $111 million for tax administration, motor vehicles, and gaming operations.