House Bill No. by Representative McFarland establishes and reestablishes agency ancillary funds, specifically internal service funds, auxiliary accounts, or enterprise funds for certain state institutions, officials, and agencies. The bill appropriates funds for the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 and outlines the administration and regulation of these funds, which are intended for working capital in public service, auxiliary service, and interagency service operations. It mandates that all receipts be deposited in the state treasury and disbursements made by the state treasurer, ensuring compliance with public bid laws. Additionally, the bill allows for the transfer of unexpended cash balances to the next fiscal year and requires agencies to liquidate assets if not reestablished in the subsequent year's Act.
The bill also includes provisions for the management of internal auditing functions within agencies with significant appropriations, requiring the appointment of a chief audit executive to ensure adherence to global internal audit standards. It specifies that all performance objectives and indicators must be adjusted to reflect appropriated funds and establishes definitions for terms used within the Act. Furthermore, the bill outlines the means of financing for various state programs, including the Office of Group Benefits, Office of Risk Management, and others, detailing their expenditures and funding sources for the upcoming fiscal years. The Act is set to become effective on July 1, 2026.