This bill reappropriates funds for the Department of Education's Division of Higher Education, specifically for the Northwest Technical Institute. It outlines the allocation of various balances from previous appropriations, effective July 1, 2024, totaling up to $1,553,757 for construction, renovation, major maintenance, and equipment purchases related to capital projects and facility improvements. 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.
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 appropriations will be in full force and effect from the specified date, thereby facilitating the timely administration of essential governmental programs.