The bill outlines a comprehensive budget for the fiscal biennium from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2027, detailing significant appropriations for various state agencies and legislative bodies. It allocates $57,474,000 for the House of Representatives and $43,171,000 for the Senate in FY 2026, with corresponding amounts for FY 2027. The bill emphasizes the importance of performance audits conducted by the Joint Legislative Audit and Review Committee on programs such as juvenile rehabilitation and ignition interlock device compliance, aiming to improve state services and public safety. Additionally, it addresses the implications of the State v. Blake ruling by providing funds for refund processes related to legal financial obligations and supporting local courts in managing its impacts.

Furthermore, the bill includes substantial funding for judicial and legal services, with specific allocations for the Supreme Court, Court of Appeals, and various initiatives aimed at enhancing public defense services and legal assistance for vulnerable populations. It also emphasizes housing and homelessness services, with significant appropriations for permanent supportive housing projects and outreach for homeless youth. The bill introduces new sections for various state departments, including the Department of Social and Health Services and the Department of Health, focusing on mental health services, child care capacity expansion, and community health initiatives. Overall, the legislation aims to ensure adequate funding for state agencies while addressing critical social issues and enhancing operational efficiency across various sectors.

Statutes affected:
Original Bill: 15.76.115, 28B.92.205, 41.05.120, 41.50.075, 41.50.110, 43.19.025, 43.99N.060, 43.101.200, 43.101.220, 43.320.110, 43.330.250, 43.330.365, 50.16.010, 50.24.014, 69.50.540, 70.104.110, 70A.65.100, 70A.45.020, 70A.65.260, 70A.65.300, 70A.200.140, 72.09.780, 79.64.040
Substitute Bill: 9.46.100, 15.76.115, 18.04.105, 18.20.430, 18.43.150, 18.51.060, 18.85.061, 19.28.351, 28A.510.250, 28C.10.082, 34.12.130, 39.12.080, 41.05.120, 41.50.110, 41.50.255, 41.80.010, 43.09.282, 43.09.475, 43.19.025, 43.24.150, 43.79.567, 43.101.200, 43.101.220, 43.216.828, 41.56.028, 43.330.250, 43.330.365, 44.90.070, 46.09.510, 50.16.010, 50.24.014, 51.44.190, 59.21.050, 67.16.285, 67.70.044, 70.79.350, 70.128.160, 70A.65.250, 70A.65.260, 70A.65.300, 70A.200.140, 71.24.580, 74.46.581, 76.04.511, 77.12.170, 77.44.050, 77.105.150, 79.64.040, 28A.320.330, 28B.76.525, 28B.99.030, 38.40.200, 38.40.210, 38.40.220, 43.07.130, 51.44.170, 72.09.780
Engrossed Substitute: 9.46.100, 15.76.115, 18.04.105, 18.20.430, 18.43.150, 18.51.060, 18.85.061, 19.28.351, 28A.510.250, 28C.10.082, 34.12.130, 39.12.080, 41.05.120, 41.50.110, 41.50.255, 41.80.010, 43.09.282, 43.09.475, 43.19.025, 43.24.150, 43.79.567, 43.101.200, 43.101.220, 43.216.828, 41.56.028, 43.330.250, 43.330.365, 44.90.070, 46.09.510, 50.16.010, 50.24.014, 51.44.190, 59.21.050, 67.16.285, 67.70.044, 70.79.350, 70.128.160, 70A.65.250, 70A.65.260, 70A.65.300, 70A.200.140, 71.24.580, 74.46.581, 76.04.511, 77.12.170, 77.44.050, 77.105.150, 79.64.040, 28A.320.330, 28B.76.525, 28B.99.030, 38.40.200, 38.40.210, 38.40.220, 43.07.130, 51.44.170, 72.09.780