The bill proposes appropriations for various state departments, agencies, and branches of government for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2025, with a total gross appropriation of $100,000,000. This includes funding for the Department of State Police, which is allocated the same amount. The bill outlines specific provisions for disaster relief, including $75,000,000 for storm disaster relief grants and an additional $25,000,000 for a disaster relief contingency supplement. The funds are designated to assist counties facing significant financial hardship due to storm damage, with a structured allocation process for disbursing these funds.
Additionally, the bill stipulates that funds appropriated for storm disaster relief must be used to support individual residents, businesses, and communities in securing disaster assistance. This includes funding for emergency actions, energy assistance, and repair of disaster-damaged infrastructure. The bill also establishes guidelines for the allocation of remaining funds after initial disbursements, ensuring that they are used effectively to address storm damage and support recovery efforts. Unexpended funds are designated as a work project appropriation, allowing them to remain available for expenditures until the project is completed, with a tentative completion date set for September 30, 2026.