This bill proposes to amend current statutes by introducing a new provision that exempts a specific appropriation from lapsing. Currently, appropriations are subject to lapsing under section 35-190 of the Arizona Revised Statutes, which means that any unspent funds at the end of the fiscal year are returned to the state treasury.

The bill would insert language that specifically exempts the $750,000 allocated to the department of public safety for the Yuma County Family Advocacy Center distribution in fiscal year 2025-2026 from these lapsing provisions. This means that the funds would remain available for use beyond the fiscal year, ensuring that the department can fully utilize the appropriation for its intended purpose without the risk of losing the funds.