If enacted, this bill would update current statutes by appropriating $250,000 from the state General Fund for the fiscal year 2025-2026 specifically for the maintenance and operation of the Civil Air Patrol (CAP) under the Department of Public Safety (DPS). This new funding aims to enhance the support provided to CAP, which plays a crucial role in various emergency services and educational programs.

Additionally, the bill includes a declaration of the Legislature's intent for this appropriation to be considered ongoing funding in future years, ensuring that the financial support for CAP is sustained beyond the initial fiscal year. The bill would also establish that it becomes effective on the general effective date, thereby streamlining the process for the allocation of these funds.