The bill amends the state budget requirements in Wyoming by specifying the limitations for supplemental budget requests. It introduces a new paragraph (vii) to W.S. 9-2-1013(d), which outlines that any recommendations in a supplemental budget from the governor or agencies must be limited to specific circumstances. These include necessary reductions due to revenue shortfalls, appropriations for human or natural disasters, public welfare emergencies, adjustments to savings, and necessary personnel changes. Additionally, the bill deletes a previous provision regarding the preparation of alternative budgets.
The bill aims to streamline the budget process by clarifying what can be included in supplemental budget requests, thereby ensuring that such requests are focused on urgent and necessary financial adjustments. The effective date for this act is set for July 1, 2025.
Statutes affected: Introduced: 9-2-1013