CO HB1242

Amends the fiscal year 2019-2020 budget for the Colorado Department of Agriculture by adjusting appropriations to Part I of Session Laws of Colorado 2019, Section 2 of Chapter 454 (SB 19-207).

Total supplemental appropriation of $54,969,567 allocated across multiple department divisions including Commissioner's Office, Agricultural Services, Agricultural Markets, Brand Board, Colorado State Fair, and Conservation Board.

Funding sources include General Fund ($11,975,760), General Fund Exempt amounts, Cash Funds ($36,585,824), Reappropriated Funds ($2,498,418), and Federal Funds ($3,909,565).

Covers operational expenses including personal services, health benefits, PERA contributions, vehicle leases, information technology maintenance, and various agricultural program costs across six major departmental sections.

Declares the appropriation necessary for immediate preservation of public peace, health, and safety under the bill's safety clause.