AK HB265

Appropriates $244,682,600 total for Alaska's integrated comprehensive mental health program for fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027), with $234,747,600 for operating expenses and $9,935,000 for capital projects

Department of Health receives the largest allocation at $154,223,700, including $82,155,800 for Medicaid Services and $54,062,700 for Behavioral Health programs covering treatment, prevention, and suicide prevention

Capital projects include $5,000,000 for AHFC Homeless Assistance Program, $1,950,000 for beneficiary and special needs housing, and $1,150,000 for home modifications to retain housing

Funding sources include $181,158,100 from unrestricted general funds, $39,619,400 from designated funds (alcohol/drug abuse treatment, recidivism reduction, marijuana education), and $23,905,100 from Mental Health Trust Authority receipts

Grants commissioner discretion to transfer up to $7,500,000 within Department of Family and Community Services and up to $15,000,000 within Department of Health appropriations