Bill Summary: SB2409 - Department of Natural Resources and Related Agencies Appropriations (FY2012)

• Appropriates funds to the Department of Natural Resources for operations including general office, architecture/engineering, real estate, strategic services, resource conservation, law enforcement, land management, mines and minerals, and water resources divisions.

• Appropriates $5.5 billion+ in total funding across multiple state agencies including the Illinois Gaming Board, Department of Revenue, Property Tax Appeal Board, Department of Agriculture, Illinois Arts Council, and other state entities.

• Provides funding from various sources including General Revenue Fund, Wildlife and Fish Fund, State Parks Fund, Agricultural Premium Fund, and multiple specialized revolving and trust funds.

• Includes specific appropriations for conservation programs ($4.5 million for Partners for Conservation Program), State Museum operations ($5.5 million), and various environmental and wildlife management initiatives.

• Takes effect July 1, 2012, establishing the fiscal year 2012 appropriations for the named state agencies and departments.