The bill, SS SCS HCS HB 2014, is an appropriation act that allocates over $3 billion in funding for various departments and programs within the Missouri state government for the fiscal period ending June 30, 2026. It specifies that the appropriated funds are to be used solely for the purposes outlined in the act, in accordance with the Missouri Constitution. Key allocations include significant funding for the Department of Public Safety, Department of Corrections, Department of Mental Health, and Department of Social Services, with particular emphasis on disaster relief, mental health services, and educational programs. The bill also introduces new legal language in Section 14.2005, which mandates the Office of Administration to prioritize existing enterprise agreements when considering procurement for information technology related to citizen engagement and state worker support.
Additionally, the bill outlines specific funding allocations for various divisions within the Department of Social Services, including $12,120,000 for income maintenance field staff and operations, and $32,016,111 for eligibility system updates. It emphasizes flexibility in funding allocations, allowing for adjustments between specified subsections. The bill also establishes new reporting requirements for several departments, mandating them to provide written notifications and documentation regarding state plans and financial reports to the House Budget and Senate Appropriation Committee Chairs. Overall, the bill aims to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of state services while ensuring compliance with existing agreements and transparency in expenditures.
Statutes affected: 14.130,
160.664,
14.005,
14.125,
14.120,
14.155,
14.105,
14.110,
14.135,
14.010,
14.115,
14.140,
105.810,
14.150,
14.100,
14.145