This bill amends current law regarding cash transfers from the Budget Stabilization Fund for the fiscal years 2026 and 2027. Specifically, it stipulates that, despite existing provisions in Section 57-814 of the Idaho Code that typically require the transfer of excess funds from the Budget Stabilization Fund back to the General Fund, the Office of the State Controller is prohibited from making any transfers from the Budget Stabilization Fund to the General Fund during the period from June 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027.
Additionally, the bill declares an emergency, allowing it to take effect immediately on June 1, 2026. This measure aims to limit the cash transfers during the specified fiscal years, potentially impacting the availability of funds in the General Fund during that time.