Bill > S1417

This bill appropriates a total of $18,129,900 to the Department of Parks and Recreation for fiscal years 2026 and 2027, and authorizes additional full-time equivalent positions. * **Park Operations:** $5,266,400 is appropriated for park operations, funded by the Parks and Recreation Fund ($1,507,900), Recreational Fuels Fund ($1,366,000), Parks and Recreation Registration Fund ($40,000), and Federal Grant Fund ($2,352,500). * **Capital Development:** $12,863,500 is appropriated for capital development, funded by the Parks and Recreation Registration Fund ($9,500,000) and Miscellaneous Revenue Fund ($1,500,000), and Federal Grant Fund ($1,863,500). * **Full-Time Equivalent Positions:** An increase of 2.95 full-time equivalent positions is authorized for the period July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027. * **Program Transfer Exemptions:** For fiscal year 2026, the Department of Parks and Recreation is exempt from certain program transfer limitations for trustee and benefit payments, allowing for unlimited transfers between programs. However, legislative appropriations cannot be transferred between funds without express legislative approval. * **Effective Dates:** Section 3 of the act is effective immediately upon passage and approval, while Sections 1 and 2 are effective on July 1, 2026.

Budget and Finance, Justice

Finance Committee (Senate)

https://legislature.idaho.gov/sessioninfo/2026/legislation/S1417/