Appropriations: omnibus; appropriations for multiple departments and branches for fiscal year 2023-2024; provide for. Creates appropriation act.
Impact
The passage of SB 292 would establish the total state spending for the fiscal year from state sources at $100, with no funds allocated to local units of government under the current appropriations outlined in the bill. With provisions grounded in the state constitution, this bill is crucial for maintaining the functioning of various state operations by providing necessary funding. The bill ensures that departments and agencies operate within the parameters set forth by the management and budget act, aligning with principles of accountability and fiscal responsibility.
Summary
Senate Bill No. 292 is designed to make, supplement, adjust, and consolidate appropriations for various state departments, agencies, the judicial branch, and the legislative branch for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2024. The bill emphasizes the allocation of funds necessary to support government operations and outlines provisions regarding the control and expenditure of these appropriations. This bill highlights the financial priorities of the state for the upcoming fiscal year and aims to ensure that designated departments and branches are funded adequately to fulfill their responsibilities.
Contention
Some points of contention surrounding SB 292 may arise from the limited financial allocation it proposes, especially with no funds being directed to local governments. This aspect could lead to concerns about the adequacy of resources available for local programs and services, potentially stifling local initiatives. Critics may argue that this bill does not address the financial needs of local entities adequately, especially as state and local partnerships often rely on a balanced allocation of resources to meet community needs.
Appropriations: omnibus; appropriations for multiple departments and branches for fiscal year 2023-2024; provide for, and make supplemental appropriations for fiscal year 2022-2023. Creates appropriation act.
Appropriations: omnibus; appropriations for multiple departments and branches for fiscal year 2024-2025 and supplemental appropriations for fiscal year 2023-2024; provide for. Creates appropriation act.
Appropriations: supplemental; appropriations for multiple departments and branches for fiscal years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023; provide for. Creates appropriation act.
To provide appropriations from the General Fund for the expenses of the Executive, Legislative and Judicial Departments of the Commonwealth, the public debt and the public schools for the fiscal year July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2024, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2023; to provide appropriations from special funds and accounts to the Executive and Judicial Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2024, and for the payment of bills remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2023; to provide for the appropriation of Federal funds to the Executive and Judicial Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2024, and for the payment of bills remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2023; and to provide for the additional appropriation of Federal and State funds to the Executive and Legislative Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2022, to June 30, 2023, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2022.