House Bill No. [insert number] proposes supplemental appropriations and reductions for various state agencies for the Fiscal Year 2024-2025, allocating funds from the State General Fund for specific initiatives. Key allocations include $200,000 for a scholarship program by the Council on the Success for Black Men and Boys, $43,133,683 for emergency response expenditures following a terrorist event in New Orleans, and $6,431,201 for debris cleanup from storms without federal emergency declarations. The bill also outlines reductions in appropriations from certain funds, such as a $197,905 reduction from the Tobacco Tax Health Care Fund and a $10,000,000 reduction from the Louisiana Fortify Homes Program Fund, while authorizing the commissioner of administration to adjust the means of finance for various programs based on updated revenue forecasts.
Additionally, the bill introduces new funding for homelessness initiatives, contingent upon a waiver from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and includes significant adjustments to the Payments to Private Providers Program. It emphasizes support for community development, public safety, and educational resources, with specific allocations for local governments, school systems, and organizations across Louisiana. The bill also includes provisions for the distribution of nonrecurring revenues to state retirement systems and outlines various appropriations for projects aimed at enhancing local infrastructure and services. Overall, the bill reflects a comprehensive approach to managing state resources while addressing immediate needs across multiple sectors.