Making a supplementary appropriation to the Department of Homeland Security, Fire Commission - Fire Marshal Fees
Impact
The bill is designed to supplement the existing appropriations for the Department of Homeland Security. By increasing financial resources for the Fire Commission, the bill intends to bolster the state's capabilities in managing fire safety and enforcement activities. This allocation could lead to improved public safety measures, as it aims to increase personnel resources, training, and equipment for fire marshals. The supplementary funding is crucial in maintaining and enhancing the operational efficiency of fire services across the state.
Summary
House Bill 4838 proposes a supplementary appropriation of public funds from the Treasury, specifically directed to the Department of Homeland Security, focusing on Fire Commission - Fire Marshal Fees. This bill was introduced as a means to ensure that available unappropriated balances can be allocated effectively within the fiscal year ending June 30, 2022. This appropriation seeks to enhance funding for necessary operational expenses within the Department, particularly those related to fire protection and safety measures.
Sentiment
The general sentiment around HB 4838 appears to reflect support for ensuring that critical areas such as fire safety are adequately funded. Legislators have expressed the importance of investing in public safety and emergency response capabilities, especially in light of ongoing and emerging challenges. Most discussions around this bill have not indicated significant contention, suggesting a recognition of the necessity of appropriate funding for fire safety measures.
Contention
While there may not have been notable points of contention reported for HB 4838, it emphasizes the broader discussion about budgetary priorities within the state legislature. It invites considerations over the allocation of public funds and how they are distributed among diverse public services. As such, ongoing debates about fiscal responsibility and effective resource management could frame the legislative discussions as the bill progresses.
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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.