Appropriation (Supplementary 2023–2024) Bill 2024

Overview

This bill formally authorises $1.128 billion in additional government spending that occurred during the 2023-24 financial year across 13 departments. It is a routine constitutional requirement ensuring Parliament approves all payments from Queensland's Consolidated Fund, including expenditure that exceeded original budget allocations.

Who it affects

This is a government accountability measure that affects all Queenslanders as taxpayers. It does not create new programs, change services, or affect individual rights.

Key changes

• Appropriates $1,128,388,000 in supplementary funding across 13 government departments for the 2023-24 financial year
• Largest allocations go to Queensland Health ($217.5 million), Families and Child Safety ($212.8 million), Transport and Main Roads ($212 million), Education ($163.5 million), and Housing ($136.7 million)
• This is the third supplementary appropriation for 2023-24, following the Cheaper Power Act ($2.267 billion) and the Appropriation Act 2024 ($6.154 billion)
• Includes $25 million for the ceased Department of Energy and Climate, which was abolished on 1 November 2024