The bill proposes appropriations for the operating and loan program expenses of the state government for the fiscal year 2027, totaling approximately $9.5 billion. It allocates funds across various departments, including the Department of Health, Department of Education and Early Development, and the Department of Transportation, among others. Notably, the bill allows for the transfer of unexpended and unobligated balances from previous fiscal years for specific programs, ensuring effective utilization of funds. For example, the Department of Family and Community Services can transfer up to $7.5 million between appropriations, while the Department of Health has a provision for transfers of up to $15 million.

Additionally, the bill includes specific funding for essential services such as public assistance, vocational rehabilitation, and facility maintenance, emphasizing the importance of operational efficiency. It also addresses funding for the Alaska Pioneer Homes and the Alaska Psychiatric Institute, ensuring vulnerable populations receive necessary support. The bill amends existing legal language to extend certain appropriations to June 30, 2027, rather than December 31, 2026, thereby ensuring continuity of funding for various programs. Overall, the bill aims to provide a comprehensive financial framework for state operations while promoting fiscal responsibility and effective resource management.

Statutes affected:
HB0263A, AM HB 263, introduced 01/23/2026: 37.05.142, 37.05.144, 37.05.146, 08.01.065, 31.05.093, 16.51.120, 42.05.254, 42.06.286, 42.08.380, 14.20.020, 14.17.505, 46.14.240, 46.14.250, 37.10.052, 44.46.025, 47.55.030, 16.05.050, 47.32.050, 36.05.045, 18.60.840, 21.96.070, 43.20.014, 43.55.019, 43.56.018, 43.65.018, 43.75.018, 43.77.045, 38.05.035, 38.05.110, 41.08.045, 41.21.026, 18.70.080, 18.70.350, 18.70.360, 18.72.011, 18.74.080, 18.74.210, 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, 42.45.070, 05.25.096, 37.05.316, 37.14.620, 37.14.600, 43.23.230, 14.17.410, 28.10.421, 23.30.082, 23.30.040, 23.35.060, 23.15.625, 37.14.700, 37.14.730, 37.14.820, 37.14.800, 19.65.060