SB 5550
Modifies certain appropriations from the General Fund to specified state agencies and the Emergency Board for the biennium ending June 30, 2025.
Jurisdiction
Oregon
Session
2025 Regular Session
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(at the request of Oregon Department of Administrative Services)
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Bill overview
This bill modifies state agency budgets for the 2025-2027 biennium. It increases appropriations to several departments, including the Department of Human Services, Corrections, and Environmental Quality, primarily to cover increased personal services costs and address specific program needs. The bill also includes budget realignments and adjustments to spending limits for certain agencies. A declaration of emergency makes the changes effective upon passage.
Key provisions
- Increases General Fund appropriation to the Department of Human Services for state assessments and enterprise-wide costs.
- Increases appropriations to the Department of Corrections for various operational and administrative needs.
- Increases appropriations to the Department of Environmental Quality for legal expenses and disaster preparedness.
- Increases appropriations to the Emergency Board for a disaster preparedness stockpile.
- Increases appropriations to the Commission for the Blind for increased personal services costs.
- Increases appropriations to the Oregon Business Development Department for small and medium sized manufacturer assistance.
- Adjusts spending limits for several agencies, increasing or decreasing appropriations based on specific needs.
- Includes budget realignments to shift funds between agencies.
Who is affected
- Department of Human Services
- Department of Corrections
- Department of Environmental Quality
Sponsors
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Primary sponsor
Oregon Department of Administrative Services
Arguments in favor
Reasons to support this legislation.
Supporters of SB 5550 express strong backing for the bill, citing its allocation of $6 million for fire service upstaffing grants as a critical measure to ensure local fire agencies can respond effectively to wildfires. Additionally, cities such as Madras and Manzanita support the bill's funding for stormwater infrastructure projects, which are essential for addressing housing needs in their communities. The City of Springfield also appreciates the recognition of its critical infrastructure needs, particularly the technical fixes offered in SB 5550, allowing it to reallocate funds to extend wastewater service. Furthermore, proponents argue that the bill will enable Habitat for Humanity Portland Region to complete two affordable homeownership developments, aligning with broader efforts to deliver essential funding and support community development initiatives.
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