Appropriation (Parliament) Bill (No. 2) 2019
Bill Journey
Referred to Economics and Governance Committee
Became Act 4 of 202021 Feb 2020
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Plain English Summary
Overview
This bill authorises $639,000 in supplementary funding for the Queensland Parliament to cover unforeseen expenditure during 2018-19. It is a routine budget measure that formally approves spending that exceeded the original appropriation, as required by the Queensland Constitution.
Who it affects
This is an internal government matter that ensures proper authorisation of Parliament's spending. It provides transparency to Queensland taxpayers about additional government expenditure.
Key changes
- Authorises $639,000 in supplementary appropriation for the Legislative Assembly and Parliamentary Service
- Covers unforeseen expenditure that occurred during the 2018-19 financial year
- Formalises spending already approved by the Governor in Council under emergency provisions