The bill HB186 Enrolled is a comprehensive appropriations measure for Alabama's fiscal year ending September 30, 2026, detailing funding allocations for various state departments and programs. It establishes specific funding amounts for agencies such as the Legislative Branch, Judicial Branch, and the Unified Judicial System, while introducing new funds like the Alabama Board of Examiners of Assisted Living Administrators Fund and the Athlete Agents Regulatory Commission Fund. The bill mandates that the Unified Judicial System submit a report on court referral officers, and it includes provisions for the Supreme Court to report on case management systems. Additionally, it emphasizes accountability by requiring agencies to report on expenditures and program effectiveness, ensuring that appropriated funds are used transparently and effectively.

Significant deletions from current law include the removal of outdated funding sources and program titles, streamlining the appropriations process. The bill also introduces conditional appropriations, such as funding for hiring additional correctional officers contingent upon compliance with reporting requirements. Other notable insertions include funding for mental health initiatives, veterans' affairs, and workforce development programs, as well as provisions for the Department of Revenue to enhance tax collection efficiency. Overall, HB186 aims to enhance state services, promote transparency, and ensure that funds are allocated effectively across various sectors while maintaining fiscal responsibility.

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