This bill appropriates funds for the Office of Attorney General for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026, detailing the maximum number of employees and their respective salary rates. It establishes a total of 164 regular employees for the Office of Attorney General, with specific positions and salary caps outlined, including roles such as Chief Deputy Attorney General and various Assistant Attorney General positions. Additionally, it authorizes ten temporary or part-time employees under the "Extra Help" category. The total amount appropriated for personal services and operating expenses is $26,392,710, which includes allocations for regular salaries, extra help, personal services matching, and operational expenses.
The bill also includes appropriations for the Medicaid Fraud Division, both state and federal, and other specific programs such as the Internet Crimes Against Children initiative and the Cooperative Disability Investigation Program. Notably, it allows for the transfer of appropriations between line items with prior approval and establishes compliance with existing fiscal control laws. An emergency clause is included, stating that the act must take effect on July 1, 2025, to ensure the continued operation of the agency. The bill reflects a commitment to maintaining essential governmental programs and services through the specified appropriations.