Appropriation (Supplementary 2023–2024) Bill 2024
Bill Journey
Introduced10 Dec 2024
Became Act 4 of 202526 Mar 2025
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Plain English Summary
Overview
This bill formally authorises $1.128 billion in additional government spending that occurred during the 2023-24 financial year. It is a routine constitutional requirement ensuring Parliament approves all payments from Queensland's Consolidated Fund, including unforeseen expenditure across 13 departments.
Who it affects
This is a government accountability measure that affects all Queenslanders as taxpayers. It does not change any programs, services, or individual rights.
Key changes
- Appropriates $1,128,388,000 in supplementary funding for 13 government departments
- Covers unforeseen expenditure that exceeded original 2023-24 budget allocations
- Complements two earlier supplementary appropriations: $2.267 billion (Cheaper Power Act) and $6.154 billion (Appropriation Act 2024)
- Fulfils constitutional requirement for parliamentary approval of all Consolidated Fund payments