The bill, designated as SB106, proposes appropriations for the Department of Agriculture for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026, with a total allocation of $10,115,613 for Shared Services and $16,149,515 for Operations. It establishes a maximum of 65 regular employees for Shared Services and 610 for Operations, along with specific salary rates for key positions such as the Secretary of Agriculture and Deputy Secretary. The bill also allows for temporary staffing, with a maximum of three part-time employees under Shared Services and 181 under Operations. Notable insertions include funding for promotional items, pest eradication, and operational expenses, as well as new positions and salary adjustments aimed at enhancing the Department's effectiveness.

Additionally, the bill outlines significant appropriations for various programs, including $970,000 for the Agri Scholarship Program and $6,000,000 for the Forest Legacy Program. It establishes guidelines for the carry forward of unexpended funds, allowing up to $500,000 to be used for wildfire suppression in the following fiscal year. The bill also grants the Department of Agriculture the authority to transfer funds for firefighting equipment and forest fire suppression activities, ensuring flexibility in resource management. An emergency clause is included to ensure the bill takes effect on July 1, 2025, facilitating the continued operation of essential governmental programs.