The bill, HB0001, outlines supplemental appropriations for the operation of state government in Wyoming for the fiscal biennium from July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2026. It includes various definitions related to appropriations, establishes new appropriations and transfers of funds, and modifies existing appropriations across multiple state agencies. Notable changes include an increase in the special contingency fund from $1,000,000 to $2,000,000, new appropriations for specific projects such as $200,000 for a state hazard mitigation plan and $2,500,000 for legal counsel related to water rights, as well as adjustments to funding for the Office of the Public Defender, Department of Agriculture, and Department of Health. The bill also specifies that certain funds cannot be expended for specific purposes without further legislative authorization.

Additionally, the bill introduces provisions regarding salary increases for executive and judicial branch positions, requiring approval from the governor or designated authorities for any increases not previously approved by the legislature. It also includes a repeal of a previous section from the 2023 Wyoming Session Laws. The act is set to take effect immediately upon completion of the necessary legislative processes. Overall, HB0001 aims to allocate state resources effectively while ensuring that specific funding conditions are met and maintaining fiscal responsibility in state spending.