Bill > S2530

This bill makes appropriations for the fiscal year 2019 to fund the maintenance of state departments, boards, commissions, and institutions, as well as interest, sinking fund, and serial bond requirements, and certain permanent improvements. The key provisions of this bill include: 1. Appropriating funds for the operation of state agencies, departments, and programs, including the judiciary, legislature, education, public safety, and health and human services. 2. Authorizing the transfer of funds between accounts and the establishment of various trust funds and reserves to support specific initiatives. 3. Establishing guidelines and requirements for the distribution of local aid and school funding through the Chapter 70 program. 4. Providing funding for various initiatives and programs, such as community policing, early childhood education, and services for the homeless and mentally ill. 5. Making changes to certain laws and regulations, including those related to the state's sex offender registry, public records, and the management of agricultural preservation restrictions. Overall, this bill aims to allocate state resources to maintain and support a wide range of government services and programs for the citizens of Massachusetts.

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2530