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JFAC approves $200,000 supplemental to support commissioning of USS Idaho
Summary
The committee approved a one‑time $200,000 general‑fund supplemental to the Military Division to support the naming‑state contribution for the commissioning of the USS Idaho.
The Joint Finance‑Appropriations Committee approved a one‑time supplemental appropriation of $200,000 from the general fund for the Military Division to support activities tied to the commissioning of the USS Idaho.
Frances Lippitt, a budget and policy analyst with Legislative Services, said the request is the governor’s supplemental for fiscal year 2025 and would be used as the customary contribution by the naming state to promote Idaho and provide scholarships to crew members of the Virginia‑class attack submarine.
Senator Woodward moved the supplemental; the motion was seconded. The committees recorded votes by roll call. The Senate voted 9 ayes, 1 nay; the House voted 10 ayes, 0 nays, for a combined tally of 19 ayes and 1 nay. The motion passed and will carry a due‑pass recommendation to the chambers.
The appropriation was described as a one‑time trustee and benefit payment from the general fund. No additional conditions or implementation dates were specified in committee.
