The bill HB124 is an appropriation act for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2024, which allocates funds for Alabama's executive, legislative, and judicial agencies, as well as for various government functions, debt service, and capital outlay. It establishes specific funding amounts for numerous state agencies, including the Legislative and Judicial Branches, and mandates reporting requirements for the Supreme Court regarding updates to case management systems. The bill also introduces new funding sources and programs, such as the Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Planning Grant Program and the Food Bank Grant Program, while ensuring that appropriated funds are used exclusively for their designated purposes.

Significant insertions in the bill include the establishment of new funds for various boards and departments, such as the Center for Risk and Insurance Research Fund and the Strengthen Alabama Homes Fund, while deleting outdated references to streamline the legal framework. The bill emphasizes transparency and accountability by requiring regular reporting on fund usage and appropriations, including provisions for the Department of Revenue to report on tax collection efforts and the Department of Public Health to report on grant expenditures. Overall, HB124 aims to effectively allocate resources across multiple state functions while ensuring compliance with existing laws and enhancing public services in Alabama.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 41-19-1, 41-19-12
Engrossed: 41-19-1, 41-19-12
Enrolled: 41-19-1, 41-19-12