This bill proposes to supplement and amend the appropriations of public funds from the unappropriated balance in the State Fund, General Revenue, specifically for the Department of Human Services' Bureau for Social Services for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026. The bill outlines increases in appropriations for various categories, including the Office of the Commissioner, Child Protective Services Case Workers, Social Services Case Workers, Adult Protective Services Case Workers, and Youth Service Case Workers. The bill specifies the funds and organizations involved, with detailed financial allocations for each category.
The bill includes new legal language that designates specific funds (0486, 0493, 0494, 0495, and 0496) and fiscal year (2026) for the appropriations, ensuring clarity in the allocation of resources. The purpose of this supplemental appropriation is to enhance the existing budget for these critical services, reflecting the state's commitment to supporting social services and protective services for children, adults, and youth.