The bill HB186 Engrossed proposes appropriations for Alabama's executive, legislative, and judicial agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026. It establishes new definitions for key terms related to appropriations and mandates that funds be allocated at the program level to ensure targeted use. Significant insertions include provisions for the completion of the annual audit of the Alabama Trust Fund, requirements for the Joint Transportation Committee to file semi-annual expenditure reports, and mandates for the Supreme Court to report on updates to case management systems. The bill also details specific funding allocations for various programs, including the Access to Justice Project, a juror pay increase, and support for emergency medical services in rural areas.

Additionally, the bill introduces new funds and programs, such as the Municipal Public Emergency Response Grant Program, which allocates $2.5 million to assist small municipalities with emergency services. It emphasizes transparency and accountability through reporting requirements for various state departments and agencies, including the Department of Revenue and the Department of Mental Health. The bill also includes provisions for the establishment of several new boards and funds, such as the Licensing Board for General Contractors and the Geological Survey Authority, while streamlining existing legal language by removing redundant phrases. Overall, HB186 Engrossed aims to enhance the operational capabilities of state agencies and ensure effective allocation of resources across multiple sectors.

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