S 2221
An Act relative to zero-based budgeting and budget transparency
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Bill overview
This bill proposes to require state agencies to utilize zero-based budgeting, a process where each budget line item must be justified rather than simply increased year after year. It also aims to enhance budget transparency by making budget documents more accessible to the public. The goal is to promote more efficient use of taxpayer dollars and greater accountability in state government spending.
Key provisions
- Requires state agencies to adopt zero-based budgeting.
- Mandates the publication of detailed budget information online.
- Establishes a process for public review and comment on proposed budgets.
- Directs the State Auditor to assess the effectiveness of zero-based budgeting implementation.
- Requires agencies to report on budget performance and identify cost-saving opportunities.
Who is affected
- State Agencies
- The General Public
- The State Auditor's Office
- Legislature
Notable changes
- Introduces a requirement for zero-based budgeting across state government.
- Increases public access to budget information.
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Primary sponsor
Bruce E. Tarr
Cosponsors
Bruce E. Tarr
Peter J. Durant
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Bill S.2221 194th (Current)
An Act relative to zero-based budgeting and budget transparency
By Mr. Tarr, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2221) of Bruce E. Tarr for legislation relative to zero-based budgeting and budget transparency. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
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Presenter: Bruce E. Tarr
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Bill History
Displaying 6 actions for Bill S.2221
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 10/27/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 11/05/2025 from 10:30 AM-01:00 PM in A-2 |
| 10/29/2025 | Joint | Hearing rescheduled to 11/05/2025 from 10:30 AM-01:00 PM in B-2 and Virtual Hearing location changed |
| 12/24/2025 | Senate | Reporting date extended to Saturday January 31, 2026 |
| 1/15/2026 | Senate | Accompanied a study order, see S2909 |
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