The bill proposes appropriations for the state government’s operating and loan program expenses for the fiscal year 2026, which spans from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026. It details specific allocations for various departments, including Administration, Commerce, Corrections, Education, and others, while allowing for the transfer of unexpended and unobligated balances from previous fiscal years. Notably, the bill permits the Department of Family and Community Services to transfer up to $7,500,000 among its appropriations and the Department of Administration to transfer up to $5,000,000 within its appropriations. The total agency funding amounts to over $3.3 billion, emphasizing the importance of operational efficiency and fiscal responsibility.

Significant changes in the bill include an amendment to adjust the fiscal year timeline, changing the end date from December 31, 2025, to June 30, 2026. The bill also outlines appropriations for various funds, including federal receipts for fire suppression activities and allocations for education, health, and public safety sectors. It addresses salary and benefit adjustments for public officials, appropriates funds for regional seafood development associations, and includes provisions for refunds to local governments. Overall, the bill reflects a comprehensive approach to state funding, ensuring that various sectors receive the necessary financial support for their operations and programs while maintaining flexibility in managing resources.

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