This bill appropriates funds for the Auditor of State's operations and the Unclaimed Property Program for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026. It establishes a maximum number of regular employees and their corresponding salary rates, including positions such as Deputy Auditor, Attorney, and various roles within the Unclaimed Property Program. The total amount appropriated for the Auditor of State's operations is $3,193,343, while the Unclaimed Property Program is allocated $3,985,089. Additionally, the bill includes provisions for the payment of unclaimed property claims and abandoned mineral proceeds, with significant amounts earmarked for these purposes.
Key insertions in the bill include the establishment of specific employee positions and their salaries, as well as the total appropriations for both the operations and the Unclaimed Property Program. The bill also introduces an emergency clause, stating that the act must take effect on July 1, 2025, to ensure the timely operation of the agency. Furthermore, it outlines compliance with other laws and allows for the transfer of appropriations within the operations and Unclaimed Property Program, ensuring flexibility in fund management.