Massachusetts 2023-2024 Regular Session

Massachusetts House Bill H4204

Introduced

11/30/23

Refer

11/30/23

Enrolled

12/4/23

Chaptered

12/4/23

Passed

12/4/23

Caption

Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2023 for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects

Impact

If passed, HB 4204 is expected to significantly impact several areas of state law, particularly concerning budget allocations for public health agencies and local government projects. It proposes additional funding for emergency actions, including COVID-19 response efforts and fiscal support for communities dealing with long-term recovery from disasters. The targeted areas for funding include maternal health services, local law enforcement, and educational institutions, which can lead to improved service delivery and public welfare outcomes at the municipal level.

Summary

House Bill 4204, titled 'An Act making appropriations for the fiscal year 2023 for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects', aims to enhance the fiscal capacity and social service programs within the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. With a total appropriation amounting to over $3 billion, the bill provides funding for various state agencies and local initiatives aimed at improving public health, education, and community welfare. The emergency law designation indicates the urgency of these appropriations to ensure the state can maintain essential services immediately.

Contention

Though the bill's intent seems to be widely beneficial, potential contention may arise around the allocation of funds and the priorities outlined within the bill. There are likely concerns from local governments regarding how these appropriations align with their community needs, especially for areas most affected by governmental decisions during and after the pandemic. Debates could emerge around the transparency of spending and the effectiveness of funded programs, leading to discussions on accountability and the appropriate use of public funds.

Latest MA H4204 Activity

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Companion Bills

MA H4090

Similar To Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2023 for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects

MA H4139

Similar To Modernizing firearm laws

MA H4167

Similar To Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2023 for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects

MA H4171

Similar To Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2023 for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects

MA H4885

Similar To Modernizing firearm laws

Previously Filed As

MA H4530

Making appropriations for fiscal year 2025 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects

MA H51

Making appropriations for fiscal year 2025 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects

MA S2529

Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2025 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects.

MA H57

Making appropriations for fiscal year 2025 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects

MA H55

Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2025 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects

MA H58

Making appropriations for fiscal year 2025 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects

MA S2540

Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2025 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects

MA H4429

Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2025 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects

MA H4005

Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2025 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects

MA H4100

Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2025 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects.

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PA HB1330

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PA SB160

To provide appropriations from the General Fund for the expenses of the Executive, Legislative and Judicial Departments of the Commonwealth, the public debt and the public schools for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025; to provide appropriations from special funds and accounts to the Executive and Judicial Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and for the payment of bills remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025; to provide for the appropriation of Federal funds to the Executive and Judicial Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and for the payment of bills remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025; and to provide for the additional appropriation of Federal and State funds to the Executive and Legislative Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024.

PA SB1220

To provide appropriations from the General Fund for the expenses of the Executive, Legislative and Judicial Departments of the Commonwealth, the public debt and the public schools for the fiscal year July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026; to provide appropriations from special funds and accounts to the Executive and Judicial Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, and for the payment of bills remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026; to provide for the appropriation of Federal funds to the Executive and Judicial Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, and for the payment of bills remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026.