The bill titled "An Act making appropriations for the operating and loan program expenses of state government and for certain programs" outlines the budgetary allocations for the fiscal year 2026, which runs from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026. It details appropriations for various state departments, including Administration, Commerce, Education, and Corrections, with specific funding amounts designated for essential services such as fisheries management, wildlife conservation, and public health. The bill allows for the transfer of up to $5,000,000 among appropriations within a department to address operational needs and permits the transfer of budget authority between specific fund codes related to retirement and health benefits. Additionally, it includes provisions for unexpended and unobligated balances from the previous fiscal year to be utilized in the upcoming budget period.

Significant changes in the bill include the amendment of the fiscal year timeline for certain appropriations, changing the end date from December 31, 2025, to June 30, 2026. The bill also specifies allocations for various programs, such as the Child and Adult Care Food Program and marine safety education, while addressing potential shortfalls in federal receipts and outlining conditions for state funds to cover deficiencies. Furthermore, it emphasizes the importance of maintaining operational efficiency and financial accountability by allowing for the transfer of funds and the carryover of unexpended balances, thereby supporting the ongoing needs of state services and programs.

Statutes affected:
SB0056A, AM SB 56, introduced 01/22/2025: 37.07.020, 08.01.065, 31.05.093, 16.51.120, 42.05.254, 42.06.286, 42.08.380, 14.20.020, 14.17.050, 46.14.240, 46.14.250, 47.55.030, 16.05.050, 18.60.840, 21.96.070, 43.20.014, 43.55.019, 43.56.018, 43.65.018, 43.75.018, 43.77.045, 37.05.146, 38.05.035, 38.05.110, 41.08.045, 41.21.026, 03.05.076, 18.70.080, 18.70.350, 18.70.360, 12.25.195, 12.55.039, 28.05.151, 29.25.074, 18.65.220, 44.41.020, 44.41.025, 43.23.130, 02.15.090, 19.05.040, 18.56.082, 18.56.710, 44.88.088, 44.88.060, 44.88.660, 44.88.810, 37.13.010, 37.13.140, 37.13.145, 43.23.045, 37.05.565, 23.15.830, 37.05.289, 37.05.510, 39.30.095, 41.15.180, 44.33.020, 42.45.085, 42.45.080, 42.45.070, 05.25.096, 37.05.316, 43.23.230, 14.17.410, 28.10.421, 23.30.082, 23.30.040, 23.35.060, 37.14.700, 37.14.730, 37.14.820, 37.14.800, 37.05.550, 19.65.060