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2021-02-18 House Journal
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Full Journal pdf2021-02-18 House Journal Page 0133 The Governor's transmittal letter dated January 19 follows: "Dear Chief Clerk: 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 years 2021 and 2022. As required by statute, this bill includes both operating and capital appropriations. This budget includes $153.8 million in unrestricted general funds, $63.4 million in designated general funds, and $16.7 million in Mental Health Trust Authority funds. The fiscal year 2022 proposed mental health budget includes items forwarded to the Office of Management and Budget by the Alaska Mental Health Trust Authority (Trust) in support of programs and activities that are focused on meeting the treatment and service needs of Trust beneficiaries, and making changes that will improve their quality of life. I look forward to working with the Legislature on the timely passage and implementation of the fiscal year 2022 budget for Alaska's comprehensive mental health program. Sincerely, /s/ Mike Dunleavy Governor" HB 72 HOUSE BILL NO. 72 by the House Rules Committee by request of the Governor, entitled: "An Act making an appropriation from the earnings reserve account for the payment of permanent fund dividends; and providing for an effective date." was read the first time and referred to the Finance Committee.