Appropriation Bill (No. 3) 2022
Bill Journey
Referred to Economics and Governance Committee
Became Act 32 of 202225 Nov 2022
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Plain English Summary
Overview
This bill authorises $2.82 billion in supplementary government expenditure for the 2021-22 financial year. It formally approves spending that exceeded original budget allocations, as required by Queensland's Constitution.
Who it affects
This is a routine accountability measure that affects government departments by formally approving their unforeseen expenditure. It does not introduce new spending or programs.
Key changes
- Authorises $2,823,124,000 in supplementary appropriation from the Consolidated Fund
- Covers unforeseen expenditure by departments during 2021-22 financial year
- Provides formal parliamentary approval for spending already incurred under executive authority
- Supports government accountability by requiring timely parliamentary consideration of all expenditure