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DBM report flags repeated closeout errors, costly procurement delays and ARPA spending near-term deadline
Summary
DLS told the committee that DBM's FY27 budget is $49 million and highlighted serious fiscal closeout and accrual reconciliation issues across state agencies, costly contract extensions tied to procurement delays, and remaining ARPA funds that must be spent by Dec. 31, 2026.
Department of Legislative Services analyst Jacob Cash presented the Department of Budget and Management’s fiscal 2027 operating allowance of $49 million and outlined several issues DLS wants the committee to address.
Cash said the central collection unit (CCU) drove much of the budget increase, citing recoveries that reached $185 million in a recent reporting cycle with CCU retaining 17% for operations; CCU added staff and expects recoveries to increase year over year. Cash also highlighted fleet purchasing goals for 2025, noting progress on zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) purchasing targets.
DLS raised serious…
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