Legislature(2007 - 2008)
2008-01-16 Senate Journal
Full Journal pdf2008-01-16 Senate Journal Page 1593 SB 222 SENATE BILL NO. 222 BY THE SENATE RULES COMMITTEE BY REQUEST OF THE GOVERNOR, entitled: 2008-01-16 Senate Journal Page 1594 "An Act making appropriations for the operating and capital expenses of the state's integrated comprehensive mental health program; and providing for an effective date." was read the first time and referred to the Finance Committee. In accordance with AS 37.14.003(b) a report of the differences between the Governor's proposed budget and the recommendations of the Alaska Mental Health Trust Authority was transmitted. Governor's transmittal letter dated January 15: Dear President Green: Today I am transmitting the Fiscal Year 2009 appropriations bill for the state's comprehensive mental health program. As required by statute, it includes both operating and capital appropriations and is accompanied by a report outlining the differences between the recommendations of the Alaska Mental Health Trust Authority and my budget. The proposed mental health budget represents a cooperative effort between state agencies and the Alaska Mental Health Trust Authority. Coupled with the resources that have been appropriated in recent years, these productive working relationships have made and will continue to make a positive difference for Alaska's mental health beneficiaries. I look forward to working with the Legislature to secure passage of this budget bill. Sincerely, /s/ Sarah Palin Governor