HB 24-1187 Summary

• Appropriates supplemental funds to the Department of Human Services for fiscal year 2023-24, amending Part VIII of the state budget to increase total appropriations from approximately $2.35 billion to $2.41 billion.

• Increases funding across multiple divisions including behavioral health services, child welfare, economic security, and adult aging/disability services through various state, federal, and cash funding sources.

• Allocates additional resources for specific programs including mental health institutes, forensic services, substance use treatment, crisis response systems, and family support services.

• Authorizes the Department to transfer up to 5.0 percent of total appropriations between designated line items to address budgetary needs and comply with funding requirements.

• Includes supplemental appropriations for the fiscal year 2022-23 Mental Health Institute at Pueblo to adjust prior-year funding allocations.