General Funds; FY2024 appropriation to Adams County for water main extension for residents.
Impact
If enacted, this bill would provide essential financial support for local infrastructure improvements in Adams County. By extending the water main, the act aims to improve access to reliable water service for residents, which can have significant implications for public health and quality of life. The funding is vital for addressing potential gaps in local water infrastructure, ensuring that all community members have access to critical utility services.
Summary
Senate Bill 2974 proposes an appropriation of general funds to the Adams County Board of Supervisors to cover expenses related to the extension of a water main. This initiative is intended to enhance water utility services for residents served by the Adams County Water Association, Inc. The proposed funding amount for this project is $30,000, earmarked for the fiscal year 2024, beginning July 1, 2023, and ending June 30, 2024.
Contention
There were no significant points of contention highlighted in the available documents regarding Senate Bill 2974. However, in general, such appropriations can sometimes lead to debates over budget allocations, particularly in the context of competing needs for state funds. The approval process may require further scrutiny to ensure transparency and effective use of the allocated resources.
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.