This bill reappropriates the remaining balance of capital improvement funds for the Department of Human Services, specifically for the Division of County Operations. It allocates up to $510,000 from federal funds for the replacement of computer system equipment at field offices, effective July 1, 2024. The bill emphasizes that no contracts or obligations can exceed the available State Treasury funds, while allowing institutions to accept grants and donations to supplement these funds. It also mandates compliance with various fiscal control laws during the disbursement of the appropriated funds.
Additionally, the bill includes an emergency clause, stating that the effectiveness of the act on July 1, 2024, is crucial for the agency's operations. It highlights the potential harm that could arise from any delays in the act's implementation due to an extended legislative session. The emergency declaration ensures that the provisions of the act will be in full force and effect from the specified date, thereby facilitating the timely administration of essential governmental programs.