Purpose

• The bill would provide funding from the General Fund to the Agricultural Utilization Research Institute to cover legal costs. It proposes a one-time appropriation of $50,000 for fiscal year 2026, with the funds available until June 30, 2029.

Main Provisions

• Amount and source: $50,000 appropriated from the General Fund.
• Recipient: Agricultural Utilization Research Institute.
• Purpose: To pay for legal costs.
• Timing: One-time appropriation for fiscal year 2026.
• Availability: Funds may be spent or encumbered until June 30, 2029.

Significance and Changes to Law

• This is a targeted, one-time funding item and does not describe any ongoing program changes or broader statutory modifications. It adds a specific line item for legal costs without altering other laws beyond this appropriation.

Fiscal Impact

• Short-term cost to the General Fund: $50,000 in fiscal year 2026.
• Time-limited spending: Authorized use through June 30, 2029; no ongoing fiscal obligation indicated beyond this period.

Relevant Terms - appropriation - General Fund - Agricultural Utilization Research Institute - legal costs - fiscal year 2026 - one-time appropriation - June 30, 2029