This bill appropriates an additional $200,000 to the Department of Correction specifically for the County and Out-of-State Placement Program for the fiscal year 2027. The funds are designated for operating expenditures and will be available for use from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027.
Furthermore, the bill declares an emergency, allowing it to take effect immediately on July 1, 2026. This provision ensures that the Department of Correction can access the additional funds without delay to address urgent needs within the program.