Bill > H0848

This bill appropriates funds to the Legislative Branch of Idaho for fiscal year 2027, specifically for the Legislative Services Office and the Office of Performance Evaluations, totaling over $13 million from various funds including the General Fund. Importantly, it exempts these offices from standard limitations on transferring money between different expense categories and programs, allowing them greater flexibility in managing their budgets for the period of July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, though transfers between different funds still require legislative approval. The bill also reappropriates any remaining funds from the ARPA State Fiscal Recovery Fund (a federal fund established to provide economic relief during the COVID-19 pandemic) to the Legislative Technology Program for non-recurring expenses during the same fiscal year, with the State Controller needing to verify the reappropriation amount with the Legislative Services Office. All appropriations made by this act are subject to the specific conditions and restrictions outlined within the bill itself, and it declares an emergency, making its provisions effective on July 1, 2026.

Budget and Finance

Appropriations Committee (House)

https://legislature.idaho.gov/sessioninfo/2026/legislation/H0848/