House Bill 20-1253 Summary

• Appropriates supplemental funding to the Department of Natural Resources for fiscal year beginning July 1, 2019, amending Part XIV of SB 19-207.

• Total appropriation of $307,697,213 distributed across multiple divisions including Executive Director's Office, Parks and Wildlife, Water Resources, Oil and Gas Conservation Commission, and Reclamation/Mining/Safety programs.

• Funds derive from multiple sources including General Fund ($33,538,233), cash funds ($240,026,416), and federal funds ($26,609,004), with specific allocations from Wildlife Cash Fund, Parks and Outdoor Recreation Cash Fund, and Severance Tax Operational Fund.

• Includes provisions allowing the Executive Director to transfer up to 5% of total appropriation among specified line items and extends availability of certain appropriations through the 2021-22 fiscal year for ongoing projects.

• Includes a safety clause declaring the act necessary for immediate preservation of public peace, health, and safety.