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Committee and floor report advance SB14, a continuing-appropriation measure aimed at preventing shutdowns
Summary
Senate Bill 14, described by its sponsor as a continuing-appropriation to prevent government shutdowns, was explained and advanced out of committee and reported favorably on the floor. Debate centered on effects on budgeting processes, 90-day constitutional expectations, and potential impacts on federally funded programs and specialized funds.
Senate Bill 14, described by sponsor Senator Masterson as an “anti–government shutdown” bill, was explained in committee and reported favorably for passage.
Senator Masterson, identified as the bill’s carrier, said the measure would allow prior-year appropriations to carry forward when the legislature and governor cannot reach agreement in time, reducing the risk that state offices would close or state employees be unpaid. “This bill simply makes the allowance for if we get into that kind of position,” Masterson said, adding that the measure would not change the…
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