This bill proposes a supplemental appropriation from the unappropriated surplus balance in the State Fund, General Revenue, specifically for the Department of Education for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025. It aims to add a new item and increase an existing item of appropriation within the budget for the State Board of Education and the State Department of Education. The new item pertains to "Safe Schools" with an appropriation of $1,250,000, while the existing item for "Increased Enrollment" is increased by $596,981.
The bill is based on the Governor's Executive Budget Document, which outlines the available surplus funds for appropriation. The adjustments made in this bill are intended to enhance funding for educational initiatives, reflecting the state's commitment to addressing the needs of its educational system during the specified fiscal year.