Appropriation Bill 2020
Bill Journey
Referred to Economics and Governance Committee
Became Act 37 of 202014 Sept 2020
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Plain English Summary
Overview
This bill authorises funding for Queensland Government departments. It approves $1.114 billion in supplementary funding for unexpected costs in 2019-20, and provides $28.6 billion in additional interim funding for 2020-21 because the regular state budget was postponed due to the election.
Who it affects
This is a government funding bill that ensures departments can continue operating and delivering services. It formalises spending including COVID-19 response measures.
Key changes
- Approves $1.114 billion supplementary appropriation for 2019-20 unforeseen expenditure
- Provides $28.635 billion additional interim supply for 2020-21
- Ensures government services continue until the main budget bill passes after the state election
- Formalises COVID-19 response spending already authorised