HI HB1553

Appropriates an unspecified amount from general revenues to the Department of Land and Natural Resources for fiscal year 2024-2025 for natural resource protection and restoration purposes.

Acknowledges that the appropriation will cause the state general fund expenditure ceiling for fiscal year 2024-2025 to be exceeded, with the specific amounts and percentages to be determined.

Justifies exceeding the expenditure ceiling by stating the appropriation is necessary to serve the public interest and addresses needs identified in the Act.

Takes effect on July 1, 2024.