Legislature(2013 - 2014)
2014-01-21 House Journal
Full Journal pdf2014-01-21 House Journal Page 1407 HB 267 HOUSE BILL NO. 267 by the House Rules Committee by request of the Governor, entitled: "An Act making appropriations for the operating and capital expenses of the state's integrated comprehensive mental health program." was read the first time and referred to the Finance Committee. A letter dated January 17, 2014, with accompanying spreadsheets, to the Alaska Mental Health Trust Authority from Karen J. Rehfeld, Director, Office of Management and Budget, was attached (as required by AS 37.14.003) and is on file in the Chief Clerk's office. The Governor's transmittal letter dated January 17, 2014, follows: 2014-01-21 House Journal Page 1408 "Dear Speaker Chenault: Under the authority of Article III, Section 18 of the Alaska Constitution, I am transmitting a bill relating to the State's comprehensive mental health program for Fiscal Year 2015 (FY 2015). As required by statute, it includes both operating and capital appropriations. Also as required, the enclosed report outlines the differences between the recommendations of the Alaska Mental Health Trust Authority and my proposed budget. The proposed mental health budget represents a cooperative effort between State agencies and the Alaska Mental Health Trust Authority. These productive working relationships make a positive difference for Alaska's mental health beneficiaries. With a responsible budget plan, and the increased jobs and economic activity being generated by the More Alaska Production Act, our state will continue to be prosperous and full of opportunity. I look forward to working with the Legislature to finalize the mental health budget for the upcoming fiscal year. Thank you for your consideration of this bill. Sincerely, /s/ Sean Parnell Governor"