GOVERNOR'S RECOMMENDATION
I approve the general purpose of this bill, but I am returning
it with a request for the adoption of 144 amendments. I am grateful to each
member of the House of Delegates and the Senate of Virginia for your dedicated
work and your timely passage of the budget.
I am pleased that the budget you returned to me reflects many
of the important new initiatives that we sought to accomplish together. These
include early childhood education, more affordable tuition and free community
college for some students pursuing high-demand fields, pay increases for public
employees and teachers, and more.
New circumstances now require us to revisit those decisions.
The economic effects of COVID-19 will not be clear for some
time. While it is too soon to obtain an accurate reforecast of revenues, we
will need to do it once the economic fog has lifted, so that we can then
identify a path to return to the progressive investments we have made together.
Until that can happen, I do not want to eliminate specific appropriations
without first knowing the overall level of spending reductions that is
required.
As a result, I am proposing 83 amendments to specifically
“unallot” new, discretionary spending across all agencies. These amendments
will place that spending on hold until economic circumstances enable me to
reforecast revenues so that we can all make informed decisions together. These
amendments freeze spending of approximately $874.6 million in fiscal year 2021
and $1.4 billion in fiscal year 2022. Each amendment lists the specific items
that are to be unallotted.
Unfortunately, we must take two measures now to control our
spending commitments in the next biennium. First, you prudently included $65
million as a direct general fund appropriation for maintenance reserve capital
projects. This wise decision now gives us the opportunity to replace that
appropriation with bond authorization. This will free up cash and give us
greater liquidity necessary to pay our bills.
Second, I propose that we continue to delay the funding
provided to increase the number of school counselors funded in the Standards of
Quality. We did that for the current school year, and I propose that we
continue this policy and hold funding for school counselors at current ratios.
This action will reduce general fund expenditures by $21.7 million in fiscal
year 2021 and $28.4 million in fiscal year 2022. In addition, this action will
help localities by reducing the funding they are required to provide. It is
important that we take this step now to include the appropriate staffing ratios
in the budget, and more importantly, to send a clear message to school
divisions as they plan for the next school year. Then, we can return to this
shared priority when our financial picture is clearer.
Finally, COVID-19 is creating new challenges that none of us
could have foreseen. We have seen in the current fiscal year that certain
budgetary provisions are creating barriers to helping communities during this
crisis. These include limits on accepting donations and grants, expanding or
changing services, and creating new services. For this reason, I am proposing
amendments to the General Provisions to allow the Governor and state agencies
to respond to the specific impacts of COVID-19. These proposals are limited to
the current crisis and do not seek broad changes in authority.
I propose 49 “language amendments” in total. Many of these
relax specific requirements and offer greater flexibility to our agencies and
institutions of higher education as they conduct business during COVID-19.
These include:
· provisions to increase per
diem rates for nursing homes and specialized care;
· use of federal CARES Act
funds for child care of essential workers;
· provisions authorizing the
Director of the Department of Corrections to discharge certain offenders who
have less than one year remaining on their sentences;
· provisions to abate interest
on late state income tax payments;
· provisions for public bodies
to meet electronically when circumstances related to an emergency—such as
social distancing—make it impractical to meet in a single location;
· enabling institutions of
higher education to manage their funds to provide liquidity;
· flexibility for agencies in
meeting required reporting deadlines; and,
· provisions to allow the
Superintendent of Public Instruction to grant temporary flexibility or waivers
for certain deadlines and requirements that cannot be met due to the state of
emergency or school closures resulting from COVID-19.
I am proposing a total of 144 amendments. Forty-nine are
“language-only” changes; 83 “unallot” new, discretionary spending as described
above; and 12 change spending. Within these 12, four reduce total general fund
spending by $121.2 million; four transfer funding between agencies for a net
zero impact; one increases general fund spending by $1.0 million; and three are
nongeneral fund changes only.
The net change in general fund spending is an overall reduction
of $120.2 million. This and the increases to the beginning balance resulting
from changes proposed in House Bill 29 (which total $493.5 million) increase
the unappropriated balance from $13.7 million to $627.4 million.
While these proposals present difficult decisions today, we may
face tougher choices tomorrow. The right course is to be prepared. This
strategy gives us time to address the COVID-19 health crisis, re-forecast
revenues when the time is right, then shape a revised budget that reflects the
progressive values we share.
Item 0
Revenues
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Revenues
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Language
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Language:
Page 1, line 22, strike the first “$691,764,245” and insert
“$1,185,284,382”.
Page 1, line 22, strike the second “$691,764,245” and insert “$1,185,284,382”.
Page 1, line 28, strike “$24,155,492,186” and insert
“$24,649,012,323”.
Page 1, line 28, strike “$48,359,434,889” and insert
“$48,852,955,026”.
Page 1, line 40, strike “$75,735,457,029” and insert
“$76,228,977,166”.
Page 1, line 40, strike “$142,636,689,905” and insert
“$143,130,210,042”.
Explanation:
(Reflects changes to the beginning balance resulting from various
executive actions taken and proposed in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment
2: Unallot spending increases in response to potential revenue shortfall
Item 42.10
Judicial Department
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General District Courts
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Language
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Language:
Page 38, after line 29, insert:
“42.10 Notwithstanding the provisions set forth in this Act, the
amounts listed below associated with increased general fund spending within
this agency shall be immediately unallotted upon enactment of these
appropriations from the applicable Items of this agency and any other relevant
Item of this act. Further, notwithstanding the provisions of this Act, any
language associated with the spending listed below shall not be applicable
unless, after such unallotment, a base amount of funding remains to which such
language would be applicable or unless such language previously appeared in
Chapter 854, 2019 Acts of Assembly. Any amounts referenced within any other
Items of this Act that reflect or include the spending amounts listed below
shall have no effect. These amounts shall remain unallotted until re-enacted
by the General Assembly after acceptance of a revenue forecast that confirms
the revenues estimated within this Act. No agency shall spend, commit, or
otherwise obligate the amounts listed below from any source of funds for any of
the purposes stated below or any other funds that may be unallotted.
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FY 2021
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FY 2022
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Fund additional district court clerk positions
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$5,732,280
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$7,596,300
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Fund additional judgeship for 19th Judicial District
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$323,437
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$323,437
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Agency Total
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$6,055,717
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$7,919,737”
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Explanation:
(This amendment unallots increases in discretionary spending
amounts pending the assessment of the impact of a potential general fund
revenue shortfall caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 3: Unallot spending increases in response to
potential revenue shortfall
Item 48.10
Judicial Department
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Indigent Defense Commission
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Language
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Language:
Page 41, after line 26, insert:
“48.10 Notwithstanding the provisions set forth in this Act, the
amounts listed below associated with increased general fund spending within
this agency shall be immediately unallotted upon enactment of these
appropriations from the applicable Items of this agency and any other relevant
Item of this act. Further, notwithstanding the provisions of this Act, any
language associated with the spending listed below shall not be applicable
unless, after such unallotment, a base amount of funding remains to which such
language would be applicable or unless such language previously appeared in
Chapter 854, 2019 Acts of Assembly. Any amounts referenced within any other
Items of this Act that reflect or include the spending amounts listed below
shall have no effect. These amounts shall remain unallotted until re-enacted
by the General Assembly after acceptance of a revenue forecast that confirms
the revenues estimated within this Act. No agency shall spend, commit, or
otherwise obligate the amounts listed below from any source of funds for any of
the purposes stated below or any other funds that may be unallotted.
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FY 2021
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FY 2022
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Provide funding for additional public defenders
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$3,798,726
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$5,698,089
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Agency Total
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$3,798,726
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$5,698,089
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Explanation:
(This amendment unallots increases in discretionary spending
amounts pending the assessment of the impact of a potential general fund
revenue shortfall caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 4: Unallot spending increases in response to
potential revenue shortfall
Item 51.10
Judicial Department
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Virginia State Bar
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Language
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Language:
Page 43, after line 15, insert:
“51.10 Notwithstanding the provisions set forth in this Act, the
amounts listed below associated with increased general fund spending within
this agency shall be immediately unallotted upon enactment of these
appropriations from the applicable Items of this agency and any other relevant
Item of this act. Further, notwithstanding the provisions of this Act, any
language associated with the spending listed below shall not be applicable
unless, after such unallotment, a base amount of funding remains to which such
language would be applicable or unless such language previously appeared in
Chapter 854, 2019 Acts of Assembly. Any amounts referenced within any other
Items of this Act that reflect or include the spending amounts listed below
shall have no effect. These amounts shall remain unallotted until re-enacted
by the General Assembly after acceptance of a revenue forecast that confirms
the revenues estimated within this Act. No agency shall spend, commit, or
otherwise obligate the amounts listed below from any source of funds for any of
the purposes stated below or any other funds that may be unallotted.
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FY 2021
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FY 2022
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Additional funding to hire additional housing attorneys to
combat Virginia's housing crisis
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$1,500,000
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$1,500,000
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Agency Total
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$1,500,000
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$1,500,000”
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Explanation:
(This amendment unallots increases in discretionary spending
amounts pending the assessment of the impact of a potential general fund
revenue shortfall caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 5: Reverse transfer of Executive Mansion staff to
DGS
Item 53
Executive Offices
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FY 20-21
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FY 21-22
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Office of the Governor
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$329,651
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$329,651
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GF
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4.00
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4.00
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FTE
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Language:
Page 44, line 27, strike "$471,574" and insert
"$801,225".
Page 44, line 27, strike "$471,574" and insert
"$801,225".
Explanation:
(This amendment reverses the transfer of Executive Mansion staff
from the Office of the Governor to the Department of General Services and
maintains the existing supervisory roles that have been in place since 2016.
This is a net neutral transfer. A companion amendment to Item 82 removes these
amounts from the Department of General Services.)
Amendment 6: Unallot spending increases in response to
potential revenue shortfall
Item 75.10
Administration
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Compensation Board
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Language
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Language:
Page 70, after line 10, insert:
“75.10 Notwithstanding the provisions set forth in this Act, the
amounts listed below associated with increased general fund spending within
this agency shall be immediately unallotted upon enactment of these
appropriations from the applicable Items of this agency and any other relevant
Item of this act. Further, notwithstanding the provisions of this Act, any
language associated with the spending listed below shall not be applicable
unless, after such unallotment, a base amount of funding remains to which such
language would be applicable or unless such language previously appeared in
Chapter 854, 2019 Acts of Assembly. Any amounts referenced within any other
Items of this Act that reflect or include the spending amounts listed below
shall have no effect. These amounts shall remain unallotted until re-enacted
by the General Assembly after acceptance of a revenue forecast that confirms
the revenues estimated within this Act. No agency shall spend, commit, or
otherwise obligate the amounts listed below from any source of funds for any of
the purposes stated below or any other funds that may be unallotted.
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FY 2021
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FY 2022
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Establish a minimum of three staff in each Circuit Court
Clerk's office
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$358,578
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$391,176
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Fund 25 percent of the staffing need in Sheriffs' offices
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$979,399
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$1,113,082
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Fund 25 percent of the staffing need in the Commonwealth's
Attorneys offices
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$1,350,989
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$1,433,928
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Fund position to address agency information technology needs
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$119,775
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$119,775
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Provide salary adjustment for Commissioners of Revenue
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$950,656
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$1,037,069
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Provide salary adjustment for Treasurers' offices
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$821,028
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$1,642,054
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Provide technology funding to Circuit Court Clerks' offices
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$1,000,000
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$1,000,000
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Additional funding for Statewide Automated Victim Network
System (SAVIN)
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$600,000
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$600,000
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Adjust salary for circuit court clerks
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$1,820,339
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$1,985,824
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Adjust entry-level salary increases for regional jail
officers
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$2,668,059
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$2,910,609
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Adjust salary of constitutional office staff based on
increases in locality population
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$260,230
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$260,230
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Agency Total
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$10,929,053
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$12,493,747”
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Explanation:
(This amendment unallots increases in discretionary spending
amounts pending the assessment of the impact of a potential general fund
revenue shortfall caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 7: Implement property
transfer required by prior legislation
Item 77
Administration
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Department of General Services
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Language
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Language:
Page 71, after line 46, insert:
“E. To affect implementation of Chapter 678, 2019 Acts of Assembly,
the correct Tax Map Parcel is 211-130-1.”
Explanation:
(This amendment is a technical correction to implement a property
transferred required by Chapter 678, 2019 Acts of Assembly.)
Amendment 8: Reverse transfer of Executive Mansion staff to
DGS
Item 82
Administration
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FY 20-21
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FY 21-22
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Department of General Services
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($329,651)
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($329,651)
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GF
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-4.00
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-4.00
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FTE
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Language:
Page 75, line 34, strike "$6,033,291" and insert
"$5,703,640".
Page 75, line 34, strike "$5,933,291" and insert
"$5,603,640".
Page 75, strike lines 39 through 41.
Page 75, line 42, strike “B.”.
Explanation:
(This amendment reverses the transfer of Executive Mansion staff
from the Office of the Governor to the Department of General Services and
maintains the existing supervisory roles that have been in place since 2016.
This is a net neutral transfer. A companion amendment to Item 53 moves these
amounts back to the Office of the Governor.)
Amendment 9: Unallot spending
increases in response to potential revenue shortfall
Item 82.10
Administration
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Department of General Services
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Language
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Language:
Page 75, after line 44, insert:
“82.10 Notwithstanding the provisions set forth in this Act, the
amounts listed below associated with increased general fund spending within
this agency shall be immediately unallotted upon enactment of these
appropriations from the applicable Items of this agency and any other relevant
Item of this act. Further, notwithstanding the provisions of this Act, any
language associated with the spending listed below shall not be applicable
unless, after such unallotment, a base amount of funding remains to which such
language would be applicable or unless such language previously appeared in
Chapter 854, 2019 Acts of Assembly. Any amounts referenced within any other
Items of this Act that reflect or include the spending amounts listed below
shall have no effect. These amounts shall remain unallotted until re-enacted
by the General Assembly after acceptance of a revenue forecast that confirms
the revenues estimated within this Act. No agency shall spend, commit, or
otherwise obligate the amounts listed below from any source of funds for any of
the purposes stated below or any other funds that may be unallotted.
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FY 2021
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FY 2022
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DGS review of DBHDS capital
outlay operations
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$350,000
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$0
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Agency Total
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$350,000
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$0”
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Explanation:
(This amendment unallots increases in discretionary spending
amounts pending the assessment of the impact of a potential general fund
revenue shortfall caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 10: Unallot spending increases in response to
potential revenue shortfall
Item 87.10
Administration
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Department of Elections
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Language
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Language:
Page 82, after line 28, insert:
“87.10 Notwithstanding the provisions set forth in this Act, the
amounts listed below associated with increased general fund spending within
this agency shall be immediately unallotted upon enactment of these
appropriations from the applicable Items of this agency and any other relevant
Item of this act. Further, notwithstanding the provisions of this Act, any
language associated with the spending listed below shall not be applicable
unless, after such unallotment, a base amount of funding remains to which such
language would be applicable or unless such language previously appeared in
Chapter 854, 2019 Acts of Assembly. Any amounts referenced within any other Items
of this Act that reflect or include the spending amounts listed below shall
have no effect. These amounts shall remain unallotted until re-enacted by the
General Assembly after acceptance of a revenue forecast that confirms the
revenues estimated within this Act. No agency shall spend, commit, or
otherwise obligate the amounts listed below from any source of funds for any of
the purposes stated below or any other funds that may be unallotted.
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FY 2021
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FY 2022
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Increase funding for the salaries of state-supported local
employees
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$2,534,575
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$2,534,575
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Agency Total
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$2,534,575
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$2,534,575”
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Explanation:
(This amendment unallots increases in discretionary spending
amounts pending the assessment of the impact of a potential general fund
revenue shortfall caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 11: Authorize a
federally compliant industrial hemp pilot program
Item 99
Agriculture and Forestry
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Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
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Language
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Language:
Page 91, after line 45, insert:
“D. The Commissioner of Agriculture and Consumer Services shall,
pursuant to 7 U.S.C. 5940, administer an agricultural pilot program to study
the growth, cultivation, and marketing of industrial hemp via the
Commissioner’s administration of the provisions of the Industrial Hemp Law (Va.
Code § 3.2-4112 et seq.). The Commissioner’s research shall include an
analysis of information collected during the administration of the Industrial
Hemp Law. The Commissioner shall (i) conclude such agricultural pilot program
on the date that is one year after the date on which the U.S. Secretary of
Agriculture establishes a plan under section 297C of the Agricultural Marketing
Act of 1946 or on the effective date of the repeal of 7 U.S.C. 5940, whichever
is later, and (ii) submit a report on such research to the Governor and General
Assembly by December 1, 2020.”
Explanation:
(This amendment provides clear legislative authorization for a hemp
research program in order to ensure Virginia remains compliant with the federal
farm bill.)
Amendment 12: Unallot spending increases in response to
potential revenue shortfall
Item 106.10
Agriculture and Forestry
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Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
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Language
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Language:
Page 93, after line 43, insert:
“106.10 Notwithstanding the provisions set forth in this Act, the
amounts listed below associated with increased general fund spending within
this agency shall be immediately unallotted upon enactment of these
appropriations from the applicable Items of this agency and any other relevant
Item of this act. Further, notwithstanding the provisions of this Act, any
language associated with the spending listed below shall not be applicable
unless, after such unallotment, a base amount of funding remains to which such
language would be applicable or unless such language previously appeared in
Chapter 854, 2019 Acts of Assembly. Any amounts referenced within any other
Items of this Act that reflect or include the spending amounts listed below
shall have no effect. These amounts shall remain unallotted until re-enacted
by the General Assembly after acceptance of a revenue forecast that confirms
the revenues estimated within this Act. No agency shall spend, commit, or
otherwise obligate the amounts listed below from any source of funds for any of
the purposes stated below or any other funds that may be unallotted.
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FY 2021
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FY 2022
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Enhance economic growth and food safety in the Commonwealth
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$267,201
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$256,701
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Fulfill Virginia's phase III watershed implementation plan
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$240,021
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$185,021
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Holiday Lake 4-H Center Improvements Project
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$250,000
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$0
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Agency Total
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$757,222
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$441,722”
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Explanation:
(This amendment unallots increases in discretionary spending
amounts pending the assessment of the impact of a potential general fund
revenue shortfall caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 13: Unallot spending increases in response to
potential revenue shortfall
Item 107.10
Agriculture and Forestry
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Department of Forestry
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Language
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Language:
Page 95, after line 29, insert:
“107.10 Notwithstanding the provisions set forth in this Act, the
amounts listed below associated with increased general fund spending within
this agency shall be immediately unallotted upon enactment of these
appropriations from the applicable Items of this agency and any other relevant
Item of this act. Further, notwithstanding the provisions of this Act, any
language associated with the spending listed below shall not be applicable
unless, after such unallotment, a base amount of funding remains to which such
language would be applicable or unless such language previously appeared in
Chapter 854, 2019 Acts of Assembly. Any amounts referenced within any other
Items of this Act that reflect or include the spending amounts listed below shall
have no effect. These amounts shall remain unallotted until re-enacted by the
General Assembly after acceptance of a revenue forecast that confirms the
revenues estimated within this Act. No agency shall spend, commit, or
otherwise obligate the amounts listed below from any source of funds for any of
the purposes stated below or any other funds that may be unallotted.
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FY 2021
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FY 2022
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Establish apprenticeship program
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$51,888
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$51,888
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Establish hardwood forest habitat program
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$154,000
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$521,842
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Fulfill Virginia's phase III watershed implementation plan
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$433,016
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$433,016
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Plan for replacement of the agency's mission critical
business system
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$44,250
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$0
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Agency Total
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$683,154
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$1,006,746”
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Explanation:
(This amendment unallots increases in discretionary spending
amounts pending the assessment of the impact of a potential general fund
revenue shortfall caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 14: Unallot spending increases in response to
potential revenue shortfall
Item 112.10
Commerce and Trade
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Economic Development Incentive Payments
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Language
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Language:
Page 101, after line 28, insert:
“112.10 Notwithstanding the provisions set forth in this Act, the
amounts listed below associated with increased general fund spending within
this agency shall be immediately unallotted upon enactment of these
appropriations from the applicable Items of this agency and any other relevant
Item of this act. Further, notwithstanding the provisions of this Act, any
language associated with the spending listed below shall not be applicable
unless, after such unallotment, a base amount of funding remains to which such
language would be applicable or unless such language previously appeared in
Chapter 854, 2019 Acts of Assembly. Any amounts referenced within any other
Items of this Act that reflect or include the spending amounts listed below
shall have no effect. These amounts shall remain unallotted until re-enacted
by the General Assembly after acceptance of a revenue forecast that confirms
the revenues estimated within this Act. No agency shall spend, commit, or
otherwise obligate the amounts listed below from any source of funds for any of
the purposes stated below or any other funds that may be unallotted.
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FY 2021
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FY 2022
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Provide additional funding for the Governor's Motion Picture
Opportunity Fund
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$1,000,000
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$1,000,000
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Support the Virginia Jobs Investment Program
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$2,000,000
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$2,000,000
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Agency Total
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$3,000,000
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$3,000,000”
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Explanation:
(This amendment unallots increases in discretionary spending amounts
pending the assessment of the impact of a potential general fund revenue
shortfall caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 15: Provide flexibility in allocation of
homelessness funds
Item 113
Commerce and Trade
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Department of Housing and Community Development
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Language
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Language:
Page 102, line 9, strike “shall” and insert “may”.
Explanation:
(This amendment allows the department to waive or eliminate the
match requirement for certain homeless prevention funds. The current match is
25 percent.)
Amendment 16: Provide flexibility in allocation of Housing
Trust Fund awards
Item 113
Commerce and Trade
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Department of Housing and Community Development
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Language
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Language:
Page 102, line 39 after “housing.” insert:
“Notwithstanding § 36-142, Code of Virginia, the department may use
funds appropriated in paragraph E. of this Item to address housing issues
resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic.”
Explanation:
(This amendment provides flexibility for the department in its
allocation of Housing Trust Fund awards to address both homelessness assistance
and other housing issues resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic. Statute
currently requires a specific percentage split of the funds between flexible
financing loans and grants for homelessness assistance.)
Amendment 17: Unallot spending
increases in response to potential revenue shortfall
Item 118.10
Commerce and Trade
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Department of Housing and Community Development
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Language
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Language:
Page 108, after line 25, insert:
“118.10 Notwithstanding the provisions set forth in this Act, the
amounts listed below associated with increased general fund spending within
this agency shall be immediately unallotted upon enactment of these
appropriations from the applicable Items of this agency and any other relevant
Item of this act. Further, notwithstanding the provisions of this Act, any
language associated with the spending listed below shall not be applicable
unless, after such unallotment, a base amount of funding remains to which such
language would be applicable or unless such language previously appeared in
Chapter 854, 2019 Acts of Assembly. Any amounts referenced within any other
Items of this Act that reflect or include the spending amounts listed below
shall have no effect. These amounts shall remain unallotted until re-enacted
by the General Assembly after acceptance of a revenue forecast that confirms
the revenues estimated within this Act. No agency shall spend, commit, or
otherwise obligate the amounts listed below from any source of funds for any of
the purposes stated below or any other funds that may be unallotted.
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FY 2021
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FY 2022
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Increase funding for Enterprise Zone Grants
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$250,000
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$250,000
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Affordable Housing Pilot Program
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$2,000,000
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$0
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Increase support for Planning District Commissions
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$294,000
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$294,000
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Establish an Eviction Prevention and Diversion Pilot Program
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$3,300,000
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$3,300,000
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Increase funding for the Southeast Rural Community Assistance
Project
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$600,000
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$600,000
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Increase funding for the Virginia Housing Trust Fund
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$23,000,000
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$23,000,000
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Increase support for the Virginia Telecommunication
Initiative (VATI) for broadband deployment
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$16,000,000
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$16,000,000
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Industrial Revitalization Fund
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$500,000
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$500,000
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Agency Total
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$45,944,000
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$43,944,000”
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Explanation:
(This amendment unallots increases in discretionary spending
amounts pending the assessment of the impact of a potential general fund
revenue shortfall caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 18: Unallot spending increases in response to
potential revenue shortfall
Item 123.10
Commerce and Trade
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|
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Department of Labor and Industry
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Language
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Language:
Page 110, after line 15, insert:
“123.10 Notwithstanding the provisions set forth in this Act, the
amounts listed below associated with increased general fund spending within
this agency shall be immediately unallotted upon enactment of these appropriations
from the applicable Items of this agency and any other relevant Item of this
act. Further, notwithstanding the provisions of this Act, any language
associated with the spending listed below shall not be applicable unless, after
such unallotment, a base amount of funding remains to which such language would
be applicable or unless such language previously appeared in Chapter 854, 2019
Acts of Assembly. Any amounts referenced within any other Items of this Act
that reflect or include the spending amounts listed below shall have no
effect. These amounts shall remain unallotted until re-enacted by the General
Assembly after acceptance of a revenue forecast that confirms the revenues
estimated within this Act. No agency shall spend, commit, or otherwise
obligate the amounts listed below from any source of funds for any of the
purposes stated below or any other funds that may be unallotted.
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FY 2021
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FY 2022
|
Provide funding to support compliance positions in the
Virginia Occupational Safety and Health program
|
$1,483,850
|
$1,483,850
|
Agency Total
|
$1,483,850
|
$1,483,850”
|
Explanation:
(This amendment unallots increases in discretionary spending
amounts pending the assessment of the impact of a potential general fund
revenue shortfall caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 19: Unallot spending increases in response to
potential revenue shortfall
Item 126.10
Commerce and Trade
|
|
|
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Department of Mines, Minerals and Energy
|
|
|
Language
|
Language:
Page 111, after line 49, insert:
“126.10 Notwithstanding the provisions set forth in this Act, the
amounts listed below associated with increased general fund spending within
this agency shall be immediately unallotted upon enactment of these
appropriations from the applicable Items of this agency and any other relevant
Item of this act. Further, notwithstanding the provisions of this Act, any
language associated with the spending listed below shall not be applicable
unless, after such unallotment, a base amount of funding remains to which such
language would be applicable or unless such language previously appeared in
Chapter 854, 2019 Acts of Assembly. Any amounts referenced within any other
Items of this Act that reflect or include the spending amounts listed below
shall have no effect. These amounts shall remain unallotted until re-enacted
by the General Assembly after acceptance of a revenue forecast that confirms
the revenues estimated within this Act. No agency shall spend, commit, or
otherwise obligate the amounts listed below from any source of funds for any of
the purposes stated below or any other funds that may be unallotted.
|
FY 2021
|
FY 2022
|
Establish office of offshore wind
|
$387,500
|
$387,500
|
Agency Total
|
$387,500
|
$387,500”
|
Explanation:
(This amendment unallots increases in discretionary spending
amounts pending the assessment of the impact of a potential general fund
revenue shortfall caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 20: Unallot spending increases in response to
potential revenue shortfall
Item 128.10
Commerce and Trade
|
|
|
|
Department of Small Business and Supplier Diversity
|
|
|
Language
|
Language:
Page 114, after line 34, insert:
“128.10 Notwithstanding the provisions set forth in this Act, the
amounts listed below associated with increased general fund spending within
this agency shall be immediately unallotted upon enactment of these
appropriations from the applicable Items of this agency and any other relevant
Item of this act. Further, notwithstanding the provisions of this Act, any
language associated with the spending listed below shall not be applicable
unless, after such unallotment, a base amount of funding remains to which such
language would be applicable or unless such language previously appeared in
Chapter 854, 2019 Acts of Assembly. Any amounts referenced within any other
Items of this Act that reflect or include the spending amounts listed below
shall have no effect. These amounts shall remain unallotted until re-enacted
by the General Assembly after acceptance of a revenue forecast that confirms
the revenues estimated within this Act. No agency shall spend, commit, or
otherwise obligate the amounts listed below from any source of funds for any of
the purposes stated below or any other funds that may be unallotted.
|
FY 2021
|
FY 2022
|
Provide funding to establish a statewide strategic sourcing
unit
|
$370,565
|
$741,130
|
Agency Total
|
$370,565
|
$741,130”
|
Explanation:
(This amendment unallots increases in discretionary spending
amounts pending the assessment of the impact of a potential general fund
revenue shortfall caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment
21: Unallot spending increases in response to potential revenue shortfall
Item 130.10
Commerce and Trade
|
|
|
|
Virginia Economic Development Partnership
|
|
|
Language
|
Language:
Page 116, after line 47, insert:
“130.10 Notwithstanding the provisions set forth in this Act, the
amounts listed below associated with increased general fund spending within
this agency shall be immediately unallotted upon enactment of these
appropriations from the applicable Items of this agency and any other relevant
Item of this act. Further, notwithstanding the provisions of this Act, any
language associated with the spending listed below shall not be applicable
unless, after such unallotment, a base amount of funding remains to which such
language would be applicable or unless such language previously appeared in
Chapter 854, 2019 Acts of Assembly. Any amounts referenced within any other
Items of this Act that reflect or include the spending amounts listed below
shall have no effect. These amounts shall remain unallotted until re-enacted
by the General Assembly after acceptance of a revenue forecast that confirms
the revenues estimated within this Act. No agency shall spend, commit, or
otherwise obligate the amounts listed below from any source of funds for any of
the purposes stated below or any other funds that may be unallotted.
|
FY 2021
|
FY 2022
|
Expand the Virginia Business Ready Sites Program
|
$12,500,000
|
$0
|
Expand the Custom Workforce Incentive Program
|
$0
|
$4,679,613
|
Agency Total
|
$12,500,000
|
$4,679,613”
|
Explanation:
(This amendment unallots increases in discretionary spending
amounts pending the assessment of the impact of a potential general fund
revenue shortfall caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 22: Provide unemployment insurance flexibility language
Item 131
Commerce and Trade
|
|
|
|
Virginia Employment Commission
|
|
|
Language
|
Language:
Page 117, after line 41, insert:
F. The Governor shall
have the authority to alter the administration of the provisions of the
Virginia Unemployment Compensation Act, Title 60.2 of the Code of Virginia, to
meet the exigencies of a health emergency crisis.
Explanation:
(This amendment adds language to
give the Governor authority to override the provisions of the Virginia
Unemployment Compensation Act in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 23: Unallot spending increases in response to
potential revenue shortfall
Item 134.10
Commerce and Trade
|
|
|
|
Virginia Tourism Authority
|
|
|
Language
|
Language:
Page 119, after line 36, insert:
“134.10 Notwithstanding the provisions set forth in this Act, the
amounts listed below associated with increased general fund spending within
this agency shall be immediately unallotted upon enactment of these
appropriations from the applicable Items of this agency and any other relevant
Item of this act. Further, notwithstanding the provisions of this Act, any
language associated with the spending listed below shall not be applicable
unless, after such unallotment, a base amount of funding remains to which such
language would be applicable or unless such language previously appeared in
Chapter 854, 2019 Acts of Assembly. Any amounts referenced within any other
Items of this Act that reflect or include the spending amounts listed below
shall have no effect. These amounts shall remain unallotted until re-enacted
by the General Assembly after acceptance of a revenue forecast that confirms
the revenues estimated within this Act. No agency shall spend, commit, or
otherwise obligate the amounts listed below from any source of funds for any of
the purposes stated below or any other funds that may be unallotted.
|
FY 2021
|
FY 2022
|
Increase funding for the Virginia Coalfield Regional Tourism
Authority
|
$100,000
|
$100,000
|
Provide funding for Birthplace of Country Music expansion
|
$50,000
|
$0
|
Agency Total
|
$150,000
|
$100,000”
|
Explanation:
(This amendment unallots increases in discretionary spending
amounts pending the assessment of the impact of a potential general fund
revenue shortfall caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 24: Expand criteria for Commonwealth Center for
Advanced Manufacturing grants
Item 135
Commerce and Trade
|
|
|
|
Virginia Innovation Partnership Authority
|
|
|
Language
|
Language:
Page 123, line 12, strike “and”
Page 123, line 15, strike “.” and insert:
“; and (iv) grants dedicated to
matching funds for the purpose of attracting federal funds for research
projects related to the COVID-19 pandemic to be conducted at the CCAM facility
on a one to one basis.”
Explanation:
(This amendment authorizes the Commonwealth Center for Advanced
Manufacturing (CCAM) to provide grants dedicated to matching funds for
the purpose of attracting federal funds for research projects related to the
COVID-19 pandemic to be conducted at the CCAM facility on a one to one basis.)
Amendment 25: Reduce general
fund support in the first year and expand uses of nongeneral funds
Item 135
Commerce and Trade
|
FY 20 - 21
|
FY 21 - 22
|
|
Virginia Innovation Partnership Authority
|
($6,100,000)
|
$0
|
GF
|
|
|
|
|
Language:
Page 119, line 40, strike "$25,700,000" and insert
"$19,600,000".
Page 121, line 25, strike “$3,100,000 the first year and”.
Page 121, line 35, strike “$2,000,000 the first year and”.
Page 121, line 39, strike “$1,000,000 the first year and”.
Page 121, line 47, strike “$1,000,000 the first year and”.
Page 124, strike lines 19 through 40 and insert:
“P. Any funds transferred to the
Authority as a result of actions pursuant to Item 126.10, paragraph S.5 of the
Chapter 854, 2019 Acts of Assembly may be used: (1) to enable the establishment
of a fund of funds that will permit the Commonwealth to invest in one or more
syndicated private investment funds; (2) to enhance direct investment programs
by placing additional investments in partnership with Virginia accelerators and
university technology commercialization programs; (3) to enable the
establishment of a sustainable program to enhance discovery of, and early
investment in, technologies aligned with the Virginia Innovation Index; (4) to
provide additional funds to the Commonwealth Commercialization Fund to support
competitive grant funds for commercialization programs like the Commonwealth
Cyber Initiative; and (5) for grants, loans, investment, or other resources for
young companies that have been negatively impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Decisions to invest in private funds shall be subject to approval by the Board
of Directors.”
Explanation:
(This amendment removes general fund support in the first year for
certain programs. Additionally, language related to nongeneral funds
transferred to the Authority is amended to provide greater flexibility in the
use of such funds, including utilization to address resources for young
companies that have been negatively impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 26: Provide authority
for Superintendent of Public Instruction to grant temporary flexibility
or issue waivers due to COVID-19
Item 143
Education
|
|
|
|
Department of Education, Central Office Operations
|
|
|
Language
|
Language:
Page 134, after line 21, insert:
“I. Notwithstanding the provisions set forth in this Act or in §
22.1, Code of Virginia, the Superintendent of Public Instruction may grant
temporary flexibility or issue waivers of certain deadlines and requirements
that cannot be met due to the state of emergency or school closures resulting
from Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19). Such flexibility or waivers may include, but
are not limited to, accreditation, testing and assessments, graduation,
licensure, including temporary licensure, school calendars, and program
applications and reports due to the Department of Education or Board of
Education. Such authority only applies to deadlines and requirements for fiscal
year 2020 (school year 2019-2020) or fiscal year 2021 (school year 2020-2021).
Prior to granting any flexibility or waivers pursuant to this language, the
Superintendent of Public Instruction must report to the Secretary of Education
and substantiate how the state of emergency or school closures resulting from
COVID-19 impacted each deadline or requirement, the proposed alternative, and
the affected fiscal and school years. Subsequently, information about waivers
or flexibility extended shall be reported to the Board of Education and made
available on the agency website.”
Explanation:
(This amendment authorizes the Superintendent of Public Instruction
to grant temporary flexibility or issue waivers of certain deadlines and
requirements that cannot be met for fiscal year 2020 (school year 2019-2020) or
fiscal year 2021 (school year 2020-2021) due to the state of emergency or
school closures resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 27: Unallot spending increases in response to
potential revenue shortfall
Item 143.10
Education
|
|
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Department of Education, Central Office Operations
|
|
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Language
|
Language:
Page 134, after line 21, insert:
“143.10 Notwithstanding the provisions set forth in this Act, the
amounts listed below associated with increased general fund spending within
this agency shall be immediately unallotted upon enactment of these
appropriations from the applicable Items of this agency and any other relevant
Item of this act. Further, notwithstanding the provisions of this Act, any
language associated with the spending listed below shall not be applicable
unless, after such unallotment, a base amount of funding remains to which such
language would be applicable or unless such language previously appeared in
Chapter 854, 2019 Acts of Assembly. Any amounts referenced within any other Items
of this Act that reflect or include the spending amounts listed below shall
have no effect. These amounts shall remain unallotted until re-enacted by the
General Assembly after acceptance of a revenue forecast that confirms the
revenues estimated within this Act. No agency shall spend, commit, or
otherwise obligate the amounts listed below from any source of funds for any of
the purposes stated below or any other funds that may be unallotted.
|
FY 2021
|
FY 2022
|
Address increased workload in the Office of Teacher Education
and Licensure
|
$136,514
|
$136,514
|
Develop the Virginia Learner Equitable Access Platform (VA
LEAP)
|
$0
|
$7,131,000
|
Increase support for Virginia Preschool Initiative class
observations and professional development
|
$650,000
|
$650,000
|
Support annual Education Equity Summer Institute
|
$135,000
|
$135,000
|
Agency Total
|
$921,514
|
$8,052,514”
|
Explanation:
(This amendment unallots increases in discretionary spending
amounts pending the assessment of the impact of a potential general fund
revenue shortfall caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 28: Maintain existing
school counselor ratios
Item 145
Education
|
FY 20 - 21
|
FY 21 - 22
|
|
Direct Aid to Public Education
|
($21,681,426)
|
($28,395,270)
|
GF
|
|
|
|
|
Language:
Page 145, line 28, strike “$7,849,230,965” and “$8,045,146,276” and
insert “$7,827,549,539” and “$8,016,751,006”.
Page 145, line 30, strike “$6,736,198,072” and “$6,786,449,517” and
insert “$6,715,643,181” and “$6,760,121,905”.
Page 145, line 32, strike “$400,539,209” and “$536,727,683” and
insert “$399,412,674” and “$534,660,025”.
Page 145, line 36, strike “$7,026,276,567” and “$7,293,676,606” and
insert “$7,004,595,142” and “$7,265,281,336”.
Page 145, line 39, strike “$819,959,398” and insert “$819,959,397”.
Page 146, line 5, strike “$3,626,240,443” and “$3,633,940,749” and
insert “$3,609,565,746” and “$3,612,499,672”.
Page 146, line 8, strike “$62,038,659” and insert “$62,037,147”.
Page 146, line 10, strike “$432,324,608” and “$433,529,427” and
insert “$432,323,121” and “$433,527,914”.
Page 146, line 14, strike “$503,553,612” and “$505,925,471” and
insert “$500,930,006” and “$502,639,077”.
Page 146, line 15, strike “$216,078,481” and “$217,020,172” and
insert “$214,915,707” and “$215,609,194”.
Page 146, line 16, strike “$15,234,675” and “$15,360,994” and
insert “$15,142,348” and “$15,174,856”.
Page 146, line 18, strike “$6,736,198,072” and “$6,786,449,517” and
insert “$6,715,643,181” and “$6,760,121,905”.
Page 146, line 20, strike “$94,693,737” and “$192,627,868” and
insert “$94,322,745” and “$191,668,158”.
Page 146, line 21, strike “$19,506,153” and “$20,134,313” and
insert “$19,504,533” and “$20,130,033”.
Page 146, line 22, strike “$150,656,358” and “$174,340,385” and
insert “$149,902,435” and “$173,236,717”.
Page 146, line 44, strike “$400,539,209” and “$536,727,683” and
insert “$399,412,674” and “$534,660,025”.
Page 147, line 8, strike “$58,224,142” and “$60,977,948” and insert
“$58,195,186” and “$60,940,599”.
Page 147, line 18, strike “$9,499,367” and “$9,800,304” and insert “$9,526,559”
and “$9,834,814”.
Page 147, line 27, strike “$1,146,885” and “$1,183,905” and insert
“$1,148,649” and “$1,186,744”.
Page 159, line 46, strike “$150,656,358” and “$174,340,385” and
insert “$149,902,435” and “$173,236,717”.
Page 159, line 47, strike “$58,224,142” and “$60,977,948” and
insert “$58,195,186” and “$60,940,599”.
Page 160, line 43, strike “$9,499,367” and “$9,800,304” and insert
“$9,526,559” and “$9,834,814”.
Page 161, line 23, strike “$304,118” and insert “$304,117”.
Page 161, line 24, strike “$612,971” and insert “$612,979”.
Page 176, line 47, strike “$410,122” and insert “$408,502”.
Page 176, line 48, strike “$839,020” and insert “$834,740”.
Page 181, line 6, strike “$95,103,859” and insert “$94,731,247”.
Page 181, line 7, strike “$304,118” and insert “$304,117”.
Page 181, line 7, strike “$193,466,888” and insert “$192,502,898”.
Page 181, line 8, strike “$612,971” and insert “$612,979”.
Page 181, line 13, strike “$410,122” and insert “$408,502”.
Page 181, line 14, strike “$839,020” and insert “$834,740”.
Page 181, line 16, strike “$304,118” and insert “$304,117”.
Page 181, line 17, strike “$612,971” and insert “$612,979”.
Page 183, line 40, strike “$8,961,527,752” and “$9,155,865,650” and
insert “$8,939,846,326” and “$9,127,470,380”.
Page 183, line 41, strike “$7,072,048,121” and “$7,337,870,747” and
insert “$7,050,366,696” and “$7,309,475,477”.
Page 183, line 44, strike “$819,959,398” and insert “$819,959,397”.
Page 152, after line 39, insert:
“g. Notwithstanding the provisions of subsection H of §
22.1-253.13:2, Code of Virginia, each school board shall employ the following
full-time equivalent school counselor positions for any school that reports
fall membership, according to the type of school and student enrollment: in
elementary schools, one hour per day per 91 students, one full-time at 455
students, one hour per day additional time per 91 students or major fraction
thereof; in middle schools, one period per 74 students, one full-time at 370
students, one additional period per 74 students or major fraction thereof; in
high schools, one period per 65 students, one full-time at 325 students, one
additional period per 65 students or major fraction thereof.”
Explanation:
(This amendment maintains state funding for school counselors at
the fiscal year 2020 (school year 2019-2020) staffing ratios.)
Amendment 29: Unallot spending increases in response to
potential revenue shortfall
Item 146.10
Education
|
|
|
|
Direct Aid to Public Education
|
|
|
Language
|
Language:
Page 183, after line 39, insert:
“146.10 Notwithstanding the provisions set forth in this Act, the
amounts listed below associated with increased general fund spending within
this agency shall be immediately unallotted upon enactment of these
appropriations from the applicable Items of this agency and any other relevant
Item of this act. Further, notwithstanding the provisions of this Act, any
language associated with the spending listed below shall not be applicable
unless, after such unallotment, a base amount of funding remains to which such
language would be applicable or unless such language previously appeared in
Chapter 854, 2019 Acts of Assembly. Any amounts referenced within any other
Items of this Act that reflect or include the spending amounts listed below
shall have no effect. These amounts shall remain unallotted until re-enacted
by the General Assembly after acceptance of a revenue forecast that confirms
the revenues estimated within this Act. No agency shall spend, commit, or
otherwise obligate the amounts listed below from any source of funds for any of
the purposes stated below or any other funds that may be unallotted.
|
FY 2021
|
FY 2022
|
Alleghany-Covington consolidation
|
$0
|
$582,000
|
Support the Western Virginia Public Education Consortium
|
$50,000
|
$50,000
|
Maximize pre-kindergarten access for at-risk three- and
four-year-old children
|
$35,027,435
|
$48,436,297
|
Recruit and retain early childhood educators
|
$3,000,000
|
$5,000,000
|
Support African American history education
|
$1,300,000
|
$0
|
Support history education through the American Civil War
Museum
|
$1,000,000
|
$0
|
Provide no loss funding to localities
|
$1,776,174
|
$1,973,585
|
Expand access to school meals
|
$5,300,000
|
$5,300,000
|
Increase salaries for funded Standards of Quality
instructional and support positions
|
$94,731,247
|
$192,502,898
|
Increase support for at-risk students
|
$26,164,313
|
$35,173,962
|
Increase support for Communities in Schools
|
$760,000
|
$760,000
|
Increase support for Jobs for Virginia Graduates
|
$1,670,000
|
$1,670,000
|
Enrollment loss
|
$2,540,119
|
$2,102,530
|
Chesterfield Recovery High School
|
$250,000
|
$250,000
|
YMCA Power Scholars Academies
|
$450,000
|
$450,000
|
Brooks Crossing Innovation and Opportunity Center
|
$250,000
|
$250,000
|
Emil and Grace Shihadeh Innovation Center
|
$250,000
|
$0
|
Literacy Lab - VPI Minority Educator Fellowship
|
$300,000
|
$0
|
Soundscapes - Newport News
|
$90,000
|
$0
|
Cost of Competing Adjustment
|
$9,555,229
|
$9,968,849
|
Active Learning grants
|
$250,000
|
$0
|
Blue Ridge PBS
|
$500,000
|
$500,000
|
Bonder and Amanda Johnson Community Development Corporation
|
$100,000
|
$0
|
Agency Total
|
$185,314,517
|
$304,970,121”
|
Explanation:
(This amendment unallots increases in discretionary spending
amounts pending the assessment of the impact of a potential general fund
revenue shortfall caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 30: Amend language for
new TAG requirements
Item 150
Education
|
|
|
|
State Council of Higher Education for Virginia
|
|
|
Language
|
Language:
Page 186, line 22, after “enrolled” insert “exclusively”.
Page 186, line 24, after “enrolled” insert “exclusively”.
Page 186, strike line 26 and insert “the 2019-2020 award amounts
for as long as the student maintains enrollment in each successive fiscal year,
unless granted an exception for cause by SCHEV, until current degree completion
or current degree program eligibility limits have otherwise expired, whichever
comes first. This requirement shall not be applicable to otherwise place-based
students required by the institution to receive distance learning instruction
due to on-going COVID-19-related concerns. Council shall develop appropriate
guidance for implementation of this requirement, including definitions and
administrative procedures.”
Explanation:
(This amendment adds language to allow for possible COVID-19
student displacement in fall 2020, as well as clarifies phase-out and
eligibility requirements for Tuition Assistance Grant (TAG) awards to Virginia
residents attending Virginia based, private, not-for-profit institutions of
higher education.)
Amendment 31: Unallot spending increases in response to
potential revenue shortfall
Item 155.10
Education
|
|
|
|
State Council of Higher Education for Virginia
|
|
|
Language
|
Language:
Page 193, after line 6, insert:
“155.10 Notwithstanding the provisions set forth in this Act, the
amounts listed below associated with increased general fund spending within
this agency shall be immediately unallotted upon enactment of these
appropriations from the applicable Items of this agency and any other relevant
Item of this act. Further, notwithstanding the provisions of this Act, any
language associated with the spending listed below shall not be applicable
unless, after such unallotment, a base amount of funding remains to which such
language would be applicable or unless such language previously appeared in
Chapter 854, 2019 Acts of Assembly. Any amounts referenced within any other
Items of this Act that reflect or include the spending amounts listed below
shall have no effect. These amounts shall remain unallotted until re-enacted
by the General Assembly after acceptance of a revenue forecast that confirms
the revenues estimated within this Act. No agency shall spend, commit, or
otherwise obligate the amounts listed below from any source of funds for any of
the purposes stated below or any other funds that may be unallotted.
|
FY 2021
|
FY 2022
|
Provide funding for cost study
|
$150,000
|
$150,000
|
Provide funding for Title IX training
|
$100,000
|
$100,000
|
Provide funding for Grow Your Own Teacher program
|
$125,000
|
$125,000
|
Provide funding for Guidance to Postsecondary Success
|
$250,000
|
$250,000
|
Increase funding for Virginia Tuition Assistance Grant
Program (TAG)
|
$4,100,000
|
$7,900,000
|
Increase funding for Virginia Military Survivors &
Dependent Education Program
|
$750,000
|
$750,000
|
Increase appropriation for internship program
|
$300,000
|
$1,300,000
|
Add funding for VIVA
|
$400,000
|
$400,000
|
Provide funding for the Virginia Earth System Scholars
program
|
$220,375
|
$220,375
|
Agency Total
|
$6,395,375
|
$11,195,375”
|
Explanation:
(This amendment unallots increases in discretionary spending
amounts pending the assessment of the impact of a potential general fund
revenue shortfall caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 32: Unallot spending increases in response to
potential revenue shortfall
Item 159.10
Education
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|
|
|
Christopher Newport University
|
|
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Language
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Language:
Page 194, after line 46, insert:
“159.10 Notwithstanding the provisions set forth in this Act, the
amounts listed below associated with increased general fund spending within
this agency shall be immediately unallotted upon enactment of these
appropriations from the applicable Items of this agency and any other relevant
Item of this act. Further, notwithstanding the provisions of this Act, any
language associated with the spending listed below shall not be applicable
unless, after such unallotment, a base amount of funding remains to which such
language would be applicable or unless such language previously appeared in
Chapter 854, 2019 Acts of Assembly. Any amounts referenced within any other Items
of this Act that reflect or include the spending amounts listed below shall
have no effect. These amounts shall remain unallotted until re-enacted by the
General Assembly after acceptance of a revenue forecast that confirms the
revenues estimated within this Act. No agency shall spend, commit, or
otherwise obligate the amounts listed below from any source of funds for any of
the purposes stated below or any other funds that may be unallotted.
|
FY 2021
|
FY 2022
|
Increase undergraduate student financial assistance
|
$249,600
|
$249,600
|
Agency Total
|
$249,600
|
$249,600”
|
Explanation:
(This amendment unallots increases in discretionary spending
amounts pending the assessment of the impact of a potential general fund
revenue shortfall caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 33: Unallot spending increases in response to
potential revenue shortfall
Item 163.10
Education
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|
|
|
The College of William and Mary in Virginia
|
|
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Language
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Language:
Page 197, after line 41, insert:
“163.10 Notwithstanding the provisions set forth in this Act, the
amounts listed below associated with increased general fund spending within
this agency shall be immediately unallotted upon enactment of these
appropriations from the applicable Items of this agency and any other relevant
Item of this act. Further, notwithstanding the provisions of this Act, any
language associated with the spending listed below shall not be applicable
unless, after such unallotment, a base amount of funding remains to which such
language would be applicable or unless such language previously appeared in
Chapter 854, 2019 Acts of Assembly. Any amounts referenced within any other
Items of this Act that reflect or include the spending amounts listed below
shall have no effect. These amounts shall remain unallotted until re-enacted
by the General Assembly after acceptance of a revenue forecast that confirms
the revenues estimated within this Act. No agency shall spend, commit, or
otherwise obligate the amounts listed below from any source of funds for any of
the purposes stated below or any other funds that may be unallotted.
|
FY 2021
|
FY 2022
|
CWM - Graduate Aid (Research)
|
$79,400
|
$119,300
|
Increase undergraduate student financial assistance
|
$133,000
|
$133,000
|
Agency Total
|
$212,400
|
$252,300”
|
Explanation:
(This amendment unallots increases in discretionary spending
amounts pending the assessment of the impact of a potential general fund
revenue shortfall caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 34: Unallot spending increases in response to
potential revenue shortfall
Item 167.10
Education
|
|
|
|
Richard Bland College
|
|
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Language
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Language:
Page 199, after line 47, insert:
“167.10 Notwithstanding the provisions set forth in this Act, the
amounts listed below associated with increased general fund spending within
this agency shall be immediately unallotted upon enactment of these
appropriations from the applicable Items of this agency and any other relevant
Item of this act. Further, notwithstanding the provisions of this Act, any
language associated with the spending listed below shall not be applicable
unless, after such unallotment, a base amount of funding remains to which such
language would be applicable or unless such language previously appeared in
Chapter 854, 2019 Acts of Assembly. Any amounts referenced within any other
Items of this Act that reflect or include the spending amounts listed below
shall have no effect. These amounts shall remain unallotted until re-enacted
by the General Assembly after acceptance of a revenue forecast that confirms
the revenues estimated within this Act. No agency shall spend, commit, or
otherwise obligate the amounts listed below from any source of funds for any of
the purposes stated below or any other funds that may be unallotted.
|
FY 2021
|
FY 2022
|
Increase undergraduate student financial assistance
|
$154,400
|
$154,300
|
RBC - Compliance, Accreditation and Student Success
|
$708,000
|
$708,000
|
Agency Total
|
$862,400
|
$862,300”
|
Explanation:
(This amendment unallots increases in discretionary spending
amounts pending the assessment of the impact of a potential general fund
revenue shortfall caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 35: Unallot spending increases in response to
potential revenue shortfall
Item 170.10
Education
|
|
|
|
Virginia Institute of Marine Science
|
|
|
Language
|
Language:
Page 202, after line 8, insert:
“170.10 Notwithstanding the provisions set forth in this Act, the
amounts listed below associated with increased general fund spending within
this agency shall be immediately unallotted upon enactment of these
appropriations from the applicable Items of this agency and any other relevant
Item of this act. Further, notwithstanding the provisions of this Act, any
language associated with the spending listed below shall not be applicable
unless, after such unallotment, a base amount of funding remains to which such
language would be applicable or unless such language previously appeared in
Chapter 854, 2019 Acts of Assembly. Any amounts referenced within any other
Items of this Act that reflect or include the spending amounts listed below
shall have no effect. These amounts shall remain unallotted until re-enacted by
the General Assembly after acceptance of a revenue forecast that confirms the
revenues estimated within this Act. No agency shall spend, commit, or
otherwise obligate the amounts listed below from any source of funds for any of
the purposes stated below or any other funds that may be unallotted.
|
FY 2021
|
FY 2022
|
Fund saltwater fisheries survey
|
$250,000
|
$250,000
|
VIMS - Manage Aquatic Diseases
|
$225,000
|
$225,000
|
VIMS - Graduate Aid (Research)
|
$53,400
|
$80,000
|
Agency Total
|
$528,400
|
$555,000”
|
Explanation:
(This amendment unallots increases in discretionary spending
amounts pending the assessment of the impact of a potential general fund
revenue shortfall caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 36: Unallot spending increases in response to potential
revenue shortfall
Item 174.10
Education
|
|
|
|
George Mason University
|
|
|
Language
|
Language:
Page 205, after line 31, insert:
“174.10 Notwithstanding the provisions set forth in this Act, the
amounts listed below associated with increased general fund spending within
this agency shall be immediately unallotted upon enactment of these
appropriations from the applicable Items of this agency and any other relevant
Item of this act. Further, notwithstanding the provisions of this Act, any language
associated with the spending listed below shall not be applicable unless, after
such unallotment, a base amount of funding remains to which such language would
be applicable or unless such language previously appeared in Chapter 854, 2019
Acts of Assembly. Any amounts referenced within any other Items of this Act
that reflect or include the spending amounts listed below shall have no
effect. These amounts shall remain unallotted until re-enacted by the General
Assembly after acceptance of a revenue forecast that confirms the revenues
estimated within this Act. No agency shall spend, commit, or otherwise
obligate the amounts listed below from any source of funds for any of the
purposes stated below or any other funds that may be unallotted.
|
FY 2021
|
FY 2022
|
Increase undergraduate student financial assistance
|
$6,945,000
|
$6,944,900
|
Provide funding to support graduate financial aid
|
$53,400
|
$80,000
|
Provide additional funding to support enrollment growth
|
$10,000,000
|
$12,000,000
|
Agency Total
|
$16,998,400
|
$19,024,900”
|
Explanation:
(This amendment unallots increases in discretionary spending
amounts pending the assessment of the impact of a potential general fund
revenue shortfall caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 37: Unallot spending increases in response to
potential revenue shortfall
Item 178.10
Education
|
|
|
|
James Madison University
|
|
|
Language
|
Language:
Page 207, after line 45, insert:
“178.10 Notwithstanding the provisions set forth in this Act, the
amounts listed below associated with increased general fund spending within
this agency shall be immediately unallotted upon enactment of these
appropriations from the applicable Items of this agency and any other relevant
Item of this act. Further, notwithstanding the provisions of this Act, any
language associated with the spending listed below shall not be applicable
unless, after such unallotment, a base amount of funding remains to which such
language would be applicable or unless such language previously appeared in
Chapter 854, 2019 Acts of Assembly. Any amounts referenced within any other
Items of this Act that reflect or include the spending amounts listed below
shall have no effect. These amounts shall remain unallotted until re-enacted
by the General Assembly after acceptance of a revenue forecast that confirms
the revenues estimated within this Act. No agency shall spend, commit, or
otherwise obligate the amounts listed below from any source of funds for any of
the purposes stated below or any other funds that may be unallotted.
|
FY 2021
|
FY 2022
|
Increase undergraduate student financial assistance
|
$1,279,400
|
$1,279,400
|
Agency Total
|
$1,279,400
|
$1,279,400”
|
Explanation:
(This amendment unallots increases in discretionary spending
amounts pending the assessment of the impact of a potential general fund
revenue shortfall caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 38: Unallot spending increases in response to
potential revenue shortfall
Item 182.10
Education
|
|
|
|
Longwood University
|
|
|
Language
|
Language:
Page 209, after line 37, insert:
“182.10 Notwithstanding the provisions set forth in this Act, the
amounts listed below associated with increased general fund spending within
this agency shall be immediately unallotted upon enactment of these
appropriations from the applicable Items of this agency and any other relevant
Item of this act. Further, notwithstanding the provisions of this Act, any
language associated with the spending listed below shall not be applicable
unless, after such unallotment, a base amount of funding remains to which such
language would be applicable or unless such language previously appeared in
Chapter 854, 2019 Acts of Assembly. Any amounts referenced within any other
Items of this Act that reflect or include the spending amounts listed below
shall have no effect. These amounts shall remain unallotted until re-enacted
by the General Assembly after acceptance of a revenue forecast that confirms the
revenues estimated within this Act. No agency shall spend, commit, or
otherwise obligate the amounts listed below from any source of funds for any of
the purposes stated below or any other funds that may be unallotted.
|
FY 2021
|
FY 2022
|
Increase undergraduate student financial assistance
|
$787,400
|
$787,400
|
Develop a 2+2 degree pathway in Early Childhood Education
|
$137,410
|
$137,410
|
Agency Total
|
$924,810
|
$924,810”
|
Explanation:
(This amendment unallots increases in discretionary spending
amounts pending the assessment of the impact of a potential general fund
revenue shortfall caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 39: Allow NSU to
utilize OCR balances for any institutional need
Item 183
Education
|
|
|
|
Norfolk State University
|
|
|
Language
|
Language:
Page 210, line 29, after “general activities” insert “or its
auxiliary enterprise activities.”
Explanation:
(Adds language allowing Norfolk State University (NSU) to utilize
any year-end balances from the state funds provided to meet the requirements of
Virginia's settlement with the federal Office of Civil Rights (OCR) for the
purpose of addressing any education and general (E&G) or auxiliary funding
issues associated with COVID-19.)
Amendment 40: Unallot spending increases in response to
potential revenue shortfall
Item 186.10
Education
|
|
|
|
Norfolk State University
|
|
|
Language
|
Language:
Page 212, after line 21, insert:
“186.10 Notwithstanding the provisions set forth in this Act, the
amounts listed below associated with increased general fund spending within
this agency shall be immediately unallotted upon enactment of these
appropriations from the applicable Items of this agency and any other relevant
Item of this act. Further, notwithstanding the provisions of this Act, any language
associated with the spending listed below shall not be applicable unless, after
such unallotment, a base amount of funding remains to which such language would
be applicable or unless such language previously appeared in Chapter 854, 2019
Acts of Assembly. Any amounts referenced within any other Items of this Act
that reflect or include the spending amounts listed below shall have no
effect. These amounts shall remain unallotted until re-enacted by the General
Assembly after acceptance of a revenue forecast that confirms the revenues
estimated within this Act. No agency shall spend, commit, or otherwise
obligate the amounts listed below from any source of funds for any of the
purposes stated below or any other funds that may be unallotted.
|
FY 2021
|
FY 2022
|
NSU - Center for African American Policy
|
$250,000
|
$250,000
|
Support First-Day Success program
|
$75,000
|
$75,000
|
Launch Virginia College Affordability Network initiative
|
$3,459,590
|
$4,872,765
|
Increase undergraduate student financial assistance
|
$1,632,200
|
$1,632,200
|
Increase storage and expand information technology services
|
$3,000,000
|
$2,500,000
|
Implement UTeach program
|
$250,000
|
$250,000
|
Implement academic advising model
|
$300,000
|
$300,000
|
Ensure continuation of Spartan Pathways
|
$150,000
|
$150,000
|
Agency Total
|
$9,116,790
|
$10,029,965”
|
Explanation:
(This amendment unallots increases in discretionary spending
amounts pending the assessment of the impact of a potential general fund
revenue shortfall caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 41: Unallot spending increases in response to
potential revenue shortfall
Item 190.10
Education
|
|
|
|
Old Dominion University
|
|
|
Language
|
Language:
Page 215, after line 52, insert:
“190.10 Notwithstanding the provisions set forth in this Act, the
amounts listed below associated with increased general fund spending within
this agency shall be immediately unallotted upon enactment of these
appropriations from the applicable Items of this agency and any other relevant
Item of this act. Further, notwithstanding the provisions of this Act, any
language associated with the spending listed below shall not be applicable
unless, after such unallotment, a base amount of funding remains to which such
language would be applicable or unless such language previously appeared in
Chapter 854, 2019 Acts of Assembly. Any amounts referenced within any other
Items of this Act that reflect or include the spending amounts listed below
shall have no effect. These amounts shall remain unallotted until re-enacted
by the General Assembly after acceptance of a revenue forecast that confirms
the revenues estimated within this Act. No agency shall spend, commit, or
otherwise obligate the amounts listed below from any source of funds for any of
the purposes stated below or any other funds that may be unallotted.
|
FY 2021
|
FY 2022
|
Provide funding to support graduate financial aid
|
$165,800
|
$248,600
|
Support Virginia Symphony Orchestra minority fellowships
|
$250,000
|
$250,000
|
Provide additional funding to support enrollment growth
|
$10,000,000
|
$12,000,000
|
Increase undergraduate student financial assistance
|
$5,337,000
|
$5,337,000
|
Agency Total
|
$15,752,800
|
$17,835,600”
|
Explanation:
(This amendment unallots increases in discretionary spending
amounts pending the assessment of the impact of a potential general fund
revenue shortfall caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 42: Unallot spending increases in response to
potential revenue shortfall
Item 195.10
Education
|
|
|
|
Radford University
|
|
|
Language
|
Language:
Page 218, after line 10, insert:
“195.10 Notwithstanding the provisions set forth in this Act, the
amounts listed below associated with increased general fund spending within
this agency shall be immediately unallotted upon enactment of these
appropriations from the applicable Items of this agency and any other relevant
Item of this act. Further, notwithstanding the provisions of this Act, any
language associated with the spending listed below shall not be applicable
unless, after such unallotment, a base amount of funding remains to which such
language would be applicable or unless such language previously appeared in
Chapter 854, 2019 Acts of Assembly. Any amounts referenced within any other Items
of this Act that reflect or include the spending amounts listed below shall
have no effect. These amounts shall remain unallotted until re-enacted by the
General Assembly after acceptance of a revenue forecast that confirms the
revenues estimated within this Act. No agency shall spend, commit, or
otherwise obligate the amounts listed below from any source of funds for any of
the purposes stated below or any other funds that may be unallotted.
|
FY 2021
|
FY 2022
|
Increase undergraduate student financial assistance
|
$2,538,400
|
$2,538,400
|
Provide funding to reduce tuition at Carilion Campus in
Roanoke
|
$2,000,000
|
$4,000,000
|
Agency Total
|
$4,538,400
|
$6,538,400”
|
Explanation:
(This amendment unallots increases in discretionary spending
amounts pending the assessment of the impact of a potential general fund
revenue shortfall caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 43: Unallot spending increases in response to
potential revenue shortfall
Item 202.10
Education
|
|
|
|
University of Mary Washington
|
|
|
Language
|
Language:
Page 220, after line 40, insert:
“202.10 Notwithstanding the provisions set forth in this Act, the
amounts listed below associated with increased general fund spending within
this agency shall be immediately unallotted upon enactment of these
appropriations from the applicable Items of this agency and any other relevant
Item of this act. Further, notwithstanding the provisions of this Act, any
language associated with the spending listed below shall not be applicable
unless, after such unallotment, a base amount of funding remains to which such
language would be applicable or unless such language previously appeared in
Chapter 854, 2019 Acts of Assembly. Any amounts referenced within any other
Items of this Act that reflect or include the spending amounts listed below
shall have no effect. These amounts shall remain unallotted until re-enacted
by the General Assembly after acceptance of a revenue forecast that confirms
the revenues estimated within this Act. No agency shall spend, commit, or
otherwise obligate the amounts listed below from any source of funds for any of
the purposes stated below or any other funds that may be unallotted.
|
FY 2021
|
FY 2022
|
Fredericksburg Pipeline Initiative
|
$386,500
|
$568,000
|
Increase undergraduate student financial assistance
|
$470,400
|
$470,300
|
Agency Total
|
$856,900
|
$1,038,300”
|
Explanation:
(This amendment unallots increases in discretionary spending
amounts pending the assessment of the impact of a potential general fund
revenue shortfall caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 44: Unallot spending increases in response to
potential revenue shortfall
Item 206.10
Education
|
|
|
|
University of Virginia
|
|
|
Language
|
Language:
Page 224, after line 31, insert:
“206.10 Notwithstanding the provisions set forth in this Act, the
amounts listed below associated with increased general fund spending within
this agency shall be immediately unallotted upon enactment of these
appropriations from the applicable Items of this agency and any other relevant
Item of this act. Further, notwithstanding the provisions of this Act, any
language associated with the spending listed below shall not be applicable
unless, after such unallotment, a base amount of funding remains to which such
language would be applicable or unless such language previously appeared in Chapter
854, 2019 Acts of Assembly. Any amounts referenced within any other Items of
this Act that reflect or include the spending amounts listed below shall have
no effect. These amounts shall remain unallotted until re-enacted by the
General Assembly after acceptance of a revenue forecast that confirms the
revenues estimated within this Act. No agency shall spend, commit, or
otherwise obligate the amounts listed below from any source of funds for any of
the purposes stated below or any other funds that may be unallotted.
|
FY 2021
|
FY 2022
|
Provide funding to support graduate financial aid
|
$222,800
|
$334,200
|
Fund Virginia Humanities Curriculum and Humanities
Ambassadors
|
$500,000
|
$500,000
|
Increase undergraduate student financial assistance
|
$320,400
|
$320,300
|
Agency Total
|
$1,043,200
|
$1,154,500”
|
Explanation:
(This amendment unallots increases in discretionary spending
amounts pending the assessment of the impact of a potential general fund
revenue shortfall caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 45: Unallot spending increases in response to
potential revenue shortfall
Item 213.10
Education
|
|
|
|
University of Virginia's College at Wise
|
|
|
Language
|
Language:
Page 227, after line 16, insert:
“213.10 Notwithstanding the provisions set forth in this Act, the
amounts listed below associated with increased general fund spending within
this agency shall be immediately unallotted upon enactment of these
appropriations from the applicable Items of this agency and any other relevant
Item of this act. Further, notwithstanding the provisions of this Act, any
language associated with the spending listed below shall not be applicable
unless, after such unallotment, a base amount of funding remains to which such
language would be applicable or unless such language previously appeared in
Chapter 854, 2019 Acts of Assembly. Any amounts referenced within any other
Items of this Act that reflect or include the spending amounts listed below
shall have no effect. These amounts shall remain unallotted until re-enacted by
the General Assembly after acceptance of a revenue forecast that confirms the
revenues estimated within this Act. No agency shall spend, commit, or
otherwise obligate the amounts listed below from any source of funds for any of
the purposes stated below or any other funds that may be unallotted.
|
FY 2021
|
FY 2022
|
Increase undergraduate student financial assistance
|
$402,800
|
$402,700
|
Agency Total
|
$402,800
|
$402,700”
|
Explanation:
(This amendment unallots increases in discretionary spending
amounts pending the assessment of the impact of a potential general fund
revenue shortfall caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 46: Unallot spending increases in response to
potential revenue shortfall
Item 219.10
Education
|
|
|
|
Virginia Commonwealth University
|
|
|
Language
|
Language:
Page 232, after line 11, insert:
“219.10 Notwithstanding the provisions set forth in this Act, the
amounts listed below associated with increased general fund spending within
this agency shall be immediately unallotted upon enactment of these
appropriations from the applicable Items of this agency and any other relevant
Item of this act. Further, notwithstanding the provisions of this Act, any
language associated with the spending listed below shall not be applicable
unless, after such unallotment, a base amount of funding remains to which such
language would be applicable or unless such language previously appeared in
Chapter 854, 2019 Acts of Assembly. Any amounts referenced within any other
Items of this Act that reflect or include the spending amounts listed below
shall have no effect. These amounts shall remain unallotted until re-enacted
by the General Assembly after acceptance of a revenue forecast that confirms
the revenues estimated within this Act. No agency shall spend, commit, or
otherwise obligate the amounts listed below from any source of funds for any of
the purposes stated below or any other funds that may be unallotted.
|
FY 2021
|
FY 2022
|
Provide additional funding to support the Center on Aging
|
$100,000
|
$100,000
|
Provide graduate financial aid
|
$140,400
|
$210,700
|
Provide additional funding to support the Education Policy
Institute
|
$300,000
|
$300,000
|
Provide additional funding to support Massey Cancer Center
|
$7,500,000
|
$2,500,000
|
Increase undergraduate student financial assistance
|
$4,638,400
|
$4,638,400
|
Provide funding to support the Wilder School of Government
|
$250,000
|
$250,000
|
Agency Total
|
$12,928,800
|
$7,999,100”
|
Explanation:
(This amendment unallots increases in discretionary spending
amounts pending the assessment of the impact of a potential general fund
revenue shortfall caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 47: Unallot spending increases in response to
potential revenue shortfall
Item 225.10
Education
|
|
|
|
Virginia Community College System
|
|
|
Language
|
Language:
Page 243, after line 7, insert:
“225.10 Notwithstanding the provisions set forth in this Act, the
amounts listed below associated with increased general fund spending within
this agency shall be immediately unallotted upon enactment of these
appropriations from the applicable Items of this agency and any other relevant
Item of this act. Further, notwithstanding the provisions of this Act, any
language associated with the spending listed below shall not be applicable
unless, after such unallotment, a base amount of funding remains to which such
language would be applicable or unless such language previously appeared in
Chapter 854, 2019 Acts of Assembly. Any amounts referenced within any other
Items of this Act that reflect or include the spending amounts listed below
shall have no effect. These amounts shall remain unallotted until re-enacted
by the General Assembly after acceptance of a revenue forecast that confirms
the revenues estimated within this Act. No agency shall spend, commit, or
otherwise obligate the amounts listed below from any source of funds for any of
the purposes stated below or any other funds that may be unallotted.
|
FY 2021
|
FY 2022
|
Increase undergraduate student financial assistance
|
$2,271,000
|
$2,271,000
|
Implement the Get Skilled, Get a Job, Give Back program
|
$36,000,000
|
$35,000,000
|
Fund hospitality apprenticeship program
|
$250,000
|
$250,000
|
Fund VWCC Healthcare Programs from RUC Merger
|
$0
|
$386,746
|
Provide funding for health science and technology pilot
|
$0
|
$350,000
|
Provide general operating support
|
$4,000,000
|
$4,000,000
|
Fund Hub for Innovation, Virtual Reality, and
Entrepreneurship
|
$1,000,000
|
$0
|
Fund collaboration with Portsmouth Public Schools' Minority
& Women Business Enterprise Advisory Committee
|
$386,746
|
$386,746
|
Agency Total
|
$43,907,746
|
$42,642,923”
|
Explanation:
(This amendment unallots increases in discretionary spending
amounts pending the assessment of the impact of a potential general fund
revenue shortfall caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 48: Unallot spending increases in response to
potential revenue shortfall
Item 230.10
Education
|
|
|
|
Virginia Military Institute
|
|
|
Language
|
Language:
Page 245, after line 20, insert:
“230.10 Notwithstanding the provisions set forth in this Act, the
amounts listed below associated with increased general fund spending within
this agency shall be immediately unallotted upon enactment of these
appropriations from the applicable Items of this agency and any other relevant
Item of this act. Further, notwithstanding the provisions of this Act, any
language associated with the spending listed below shall not be applicable
unless, after such unallotment, a base amount of funding remains to which such
language would be applicable or unless such language previously appeared in
Chapter 854, 2019 Acts of Assembly. Any amounts referenced within any other
Items of this Act that reflect or include the spending amounts listed below
shall have no effect. These amounts shall remain unallotted until re-enacted by
the General Assembly after acceptance of a revenue forecast that confirms the
revenues estimated within this Act. No agency shall spend, commit, or
otherwise obligate the amounts listed below from any source of funds for any of
the purposes stated below or any other funds that may be unallotted.
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FY 2021
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FY 2022
|
Increase undergraduate student financial assistance
|
$26,800
|
$26,700
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Core Leadership course
|
$100,047
|
$103,048
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Math Education and Miller Academic Centers
|
$122,500
|
$126,000
|
Agency Total
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$249,347
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$255,748”
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Explanation:
(This amendment unallots increases in discretionary spending
amounts pending the assessment of the impact of a potential general fund
revenue shortfall caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 49: Unallot spending increases in response to
potential revenue shortfall
Item 235.10
Education
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Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
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Language
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Language:
Page 248, after line 53, insert:
“235.10 Notwithstanding the provisions set forth in this Act, the
amounts listed below associated with increased general fund spending within
this agency shall be immediately unallotted upon enactment of these
appropriations from the applicable Items of this agency and any other relevant
Item of this act. Further, notwithstanding the provisions of this Act, any
language associated with the spending listed below shall not be applicable
unless, after such unallotment, a base amount of funding remains to which such
language would be applicable or unless such language previously appeared in
Chapter 854, 2019 Acts of Assembly. Any amounts referenced within any other
Items of this Act that reflect or include the spending amounts listed below
shall have no effect. These amounts shall remain unallotted until re-enacted
by the General Assembly after acceptance of a revenue forecast that confirms
the revenues estimated within this Act. No agency shall spend, commit, or
otherwise obligate the amounts listed below from any source of funds for any of
the purposes stated below or any other funds that may be unallotted.
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FY 2021
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FY 2022
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Provide funding to support graduate financial aid
|
$284,800
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$427,200
|
Increase undergraduate student financial assistance
|
$1,623,200
|
$1,623,200
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Agency Total
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$1,908,000
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$2,050,400”
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Explanation:
(This amendment unallots increases in discretionary spending
amounts pending the assessment of the impact of a potential general fund
revenue shortfall caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 50: Unallot spending increases in response to
potential revenue shortfall
Item 236.10
Education
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Virginia Cooperative Extension and Agricultural Experiment
Station
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Language
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Language:
Page 249, after line 40, insert:
“236.10 Notwithstanding the provisions set forth in this Act, the
amounts listed below associated with increased general fund spending within
this agency shall be immediately unallotted upon enactment of these
appropriations from the applicable Items of this agency and any other relevant
Item of this act. Further, notwithstanding the provisions of this Act, any
language associated with the spending listed below shall not be applicable
unless, after such unallotment, a base amount of funding remains to which such language
would be applicable or unless such language previously appeared in Chapter 854,
2019 Acts of Assembly. Any amounts referenced within any other Items of this
Act that reflect or include the spending amounts listed below shall have no
effect. These amounts shall remain unallotted until re-enacted by the General
Assembly after acceptance of a revenue forecast that confirms the revenues
estimated within this Act. No agency shall spend, commit, or otherwise
obligate the amounts listed below from any source of funds for any of the
purposes stated below or any other funds that may be unallotted.
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FY 2021
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FY 2022
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Provide funding to support the Richmond County Extension
Agent
|
$50,000
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$50,000
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Agency Total
|
$50,000
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$50,000”
|
Explanation:
(This amendment unallots increases in discretionary spending
amounts pending the assessment of the impact of a potential general fund
revenue shortfall caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 51: Allow VSU to utilize OCR balances for any
institutional need
Item 237
Education
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Virginia State University
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Language
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Language:
Page 250, line 34, after “year.” insert:
“Virginia State
University may expend any prior year end balances to support its educational
and general activities or its auxiliary enterprise activities.”
Explanation:
(This amendment adds language allowing Virginia State University
(VSU) to utilize any year-end balances from the state funds provided to meet
the requirements of Virginia's settlement with the federal Office of Civil
Rights (OCR) for the purpose of addressing any educational and general
(E&G) or auxiliary funding issues associated with COVID-19.)
Amendment 52: Unallot spending increases in response to
potential revenue shortfall
Item 240.10
Education
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Virginia State University
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Language
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Language:
Page 252, after line 48, insert:
“240.10 Notwithstanding the provisions set forth in this Act, the
amounts listed below associated with increased general fund spending within
this agency shall be immediately unallotted upon enactment of these
appropriations from the applicable Items of this agency and any other relevant
Item of this act. Further, notwithstanding the provisions of this Act, any
language associated with the spending listed below shall not be applicable
unless, after such unallotment, a base amount of funding remains to which such
language would be applicable or unless such language previously appeared in
Chapter 854, 2019 Acts of Assembly. Any amounts referenced within any other
Items of this Act that reflect or include the spending amounts listed below
shall have no effect. These amounts shall remain unallotted until re-enacted
by the General Assembly after acceptance of a revenue forecast that confirms
the revenues estimated within this Act. No agency shall spend, commit, or
otherwise obligate the amounts listed below from any source of funds for any of
the purposes stated below or any other funds that may be unallotted.
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FY 2021
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FY 2022
|
Expand Supplemental Instructional program
|
$320,000
|
$320,000
|
Support Intrusive Advising Early Warning System
|
$150,000
|
$150,000
|
Provide funding for data center modernization
|
$1,644,000
|
$144,000
|
Launch Virginia College Affordability Network
|
$3,773,490
|
$4,872,765
|
Increase undergraduate student financial assistance
|
$1,477,000
|
$1,477,000
|
Implement Summer Bridge program
|
$319,900
|
$442,350
|
Implement UTeach program
|
$250,000
|
$250,000
|
Agency Total
|
$7,934,390
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$7,656,115”
|
Explanation:
(This amendment unallots increases in discretionary spending
amounts pending the assessment of the impact of a potential general fund
revenue shortfall caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 53: Unallot spending
increases in response to potential revenue shortfall
Item 241.10
Education
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Cooperative Extension and Agricultural Research Services
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Language
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Language:
Page 253, after line 26, insert:
“241.10 Notwithstanding the provisions set forth in this Act, the
amounts listed below associated with increased general fund spending within
this agency shall be immediately unallotted upon enactment of these
appropriations from the applicable Items of this agency and any other relevant
Item of this act. Further, notwithstanding the provisions of this Act, any
language associated with the spending listed below shall not be applicable
unless, after such unallotment, a base amount of funding remains to which such
language would be applicable or unless such language previously appeared in
Chapter 854, 2019 Acts of Assembly. Any amounts referenced within any other
Items of this Act that reflect or include the spending amounts listed below
shall have no effect. These amounts shall remain unallotted until re-enacted
by the General Assembly after acceptance of a revenue forecast that confirms
the revenues estimated within this Act. No agency shall spend, commit, or
otherwise obligate the amounts listed below from any source of funds for any of
the purposes stated below or any other funds that may be unallotted.
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FY 2021
|
FY 2022
|
Increase funding for state match
|
$1,461,956
|
$1,535,054
|
Agency Total
|
$1,461,956
|
$1,535,054”
|
Explanation:
(This amendment unallots increases in discretionary spending
amounts pending the assessment of the impact of a potential general fund
revenue shortfall caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 54: Unallot spending increases in response to
potential revenue shortfall
Item 244.10
Education
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Jamestown-Yorktown Foundation
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Language
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Language:
Page 255, after line 6, insert:
“244.10 Notwithstanding the provisions set forth in this Act, the
amounts listed below associated with increased general fund spending within
this agency shall be immediately unallotted upon enactment of these
appropriations from the applicable Items of this agency and any other relevant
Item of this act. Further, notwithstanding the provisions of this Act, any
language associated with the spending listed below shall not be applicable
unless, after such unallotment, a base amount of funding remains to which such
language would be applicable or unless such language previously appeared in
Chapter 854, 2019 Acts of Assembly. Any amounts referenced within any other
Items of this Act that reflect or include the spending amounts listed below
shall have no effect. These amounts shall remain unallotted until re-enacted
by the General Assembly after acceptance of a revenue forecast that confirms
the revenues estimated within this Act. No agency shall spend, commit, or
otherwise obligate the amounts listed below from any source of funds for any of
the purposes stated below or any other funds that may be unallotted.
|
FY 2021
|
FY 2022
|
Commemoration closeout costs
|
$442,870
|
$8,702
|
One-time funding for site infrastructure
|
$167,113
|
$0
|
Education Programs
|
$491,200
|
$345,100
|
Marketing and tourism promotion
|
$208,000
|
$245,000
|
Agency Total
|
$1,309,183
|
$598,802”
|
Explanation:
(This amendment unallots increases in discretionary spending
amounts pending the assessment of the impact of a potential general fund
revenue shortfall caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 55: Unallot spending increases in response to
potential revenue shortfall
Item 248.10
Education
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The Library Of Virginia
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Language
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Language:
Page 256, after line 22, insert:
“248.10 Notwithstanding the provisions set forth in this Act, the
amounts listed below associated with increased general fund spending within
this agency shall be immediately unallotted upon enactment of these
appropriations from the applicable Items of this agency and any other relevant
Item of this act. Further, notwithstanding the provisions of this Act, any
language associated with the spending listed below shall not be applicable
unless, after such unallotment, a base amount of funding remains to which such
language would be applicable or unless such language previously appeared in
Chapter 854, 2019 Acts of Assembly. Any amounts referenced within any other
Items of this Act that reflect or include the spending amounts listed below
shall have no effect. These amounts shall remain unallotted until re-enacted
by the General Assembly after acceptance of a revenue forecast that confirms
the revenues estimated within this Act. No agency shall spend, commit, or
otherwise obligate the amounts listed below from any source of funds for any of
the purposes stated below or any other funds that may be unallotted.
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FY 2021
|
FY 2022
|
Provide funding for Virginia's Centennial Commemoration of
Women's Suffrage
|
$95,000
|
$0
|
Provide funding to expedite release of gubernatorial records
|
$400,000
|
$400,000
|
Increase aid to local libraries
|
$1,000,000
|
$1,000,000
|
Agency Total
|
$1,495,000
|
$1,400,000”
|
Explanation:
(This amendment unallots increases in discretionary spending
amounts pending the assessment of the impact of a potential general fund
revenue shortfall caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 56: Unallot spending increases in response to
potential revenue shortfall
Item 249.10
Education
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The Science Museum of Virginia
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Language
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Language:
Page 257, after line 6, insert:
“249.10 Notwithstanding the provisions set forth in this Act, the
amounts listed below associated with increased general fund spending within
this agency shall be immediately unallotted upon enactment of these
appropriations from the applicable Items of this agency and any other relevant
Item of this act. Further, notwithstanding the provisions of this Act, any
language associated with the spending listed below shall not be applicable
unless, after such unallotment, a base amount of funding remains to which such
language would be applicable or unless such language previously appeared in
Chapter 854, 2019 Acts of Assembly. Any amounts referenced within any other
Items of this Act that reflect or include the spending amounts listed below
shall have no effect. These amounts shall remain unallotted until re-enacted
by the General Assembly after acceptance of a revenue forecast that confirms
the revenues estimated within this Act. No agency shall spend, commit, or
otherwise obligate the amounts listed below from any source of funds for any of
the purposes stated below or any other funds that may be unallotted.
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FY 2021
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FY 2022
|
Security upgrades.
|
$210,000
|
$210,000
|
Agency Total
|
$210,000
|
$210,000”
|
Explanation:
(This amendment unallots increases in discretionary spending
amounts pending the assessment of the impact of a potential general fund
revenue shortfall caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 57: Unallot spending increases in response to
potential revenue shortfall
Item 252.10
Education
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Virginia Commission for the Arts
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Language
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Language:
Page 258 after line 4, insert:
“252.10 Notwithstanding the provisions set forth in this Act, the
amounts listed below associated with increased general fund spending within
this agency shall be immediately unallotted upon enactment of these
appropriations from the applicable Items of this agency and any other relevant
Item of this act. Further, notwithstanding the provisions of this Act, any
language associated with the spending listed below shall not be applicable
unless, after such unallotment, a base amount of funding remains to which such
language would be applicable or unless such language previously appeared in
Chapter 854, 2019 Acts of Assembly. Any amounts referenced within any other
Items of this Act that reflect or include the spending amounts listed below
shall have no effect. These amounts shall remain unallotted until re-enacted
by the General Assembly after acceptance of a revenue forecast that confirms
the revenues estimated within this Act. No agency shall spend, commit, or
otherwise obligate the amounts listed below from any source of funds for any of
the purposes stated below or any other funds that may be unallotted.
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FY 2021
|
FY 2022
|
Increase support for grants
|
$1,645,886
|
$2,645,886
|
Agency Total
|
$1,645,886
|
$2,645,886”
|
Explanation:
(This amendment unallots increases in discretionary spending
amounts pending the assessment of the impact of a potential general fund
revenue shortfall caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 58: Unallot spending increases in response to
potential revenue shortfall
Item 253.10
Education
|
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Virginia Museum of Fine Arts
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Language
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Language:
Page 258, after line 39, insert:
“253.10 Notwithstanding the provisions set forth in this Act, the
amounts listed below associated with increased general fund spending within
this agency shall be immediately unallotted upon enactment of these
appropriations from the applicable Items of this agency and any other relevant
Item of this act. Further, notwithstanding the provisions of this Act, any
language associated with the spending listed below shall not be applicable
unless, after such unallotment, a base amount of funding remains to which such
language would be applicable or unless such language previously appeared in
Chapter 854, 2019 Acts of Assembly. Any amounts referenced within any other
Items of this Act that reflect or include the spending amounts listed below
shall have no effect. These amounts shall remain unallotted until re-enacted
by the General Assembly after acceptance of a revenue forecast that confirms
the revenues estimated within this Act. No agency shall spend, commit, or
otherwise obligate the amounts listed below from any source of funds for any of
the purposes stated below or any other funds that may be unallotted.
|
FY 2021
|
FY 2022
|
Provide funding for storage lease costs and IT upgrades
|
$400,000
|
$400,000
|
Agency Total
|
$400,000
|
$400,000”
|
Explanation:
(This amendment unallots increases in discretionary spending amounts
pending the assessment of the impact of a potential general fund revenue
shortfall caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 59: Unallot spending increases in response to
potential revenue shortfall
Item 255.10
Education
|
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Eastern Virginia Medical School
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Language
|
Language:
Page 259, after line 43, insert:
“255.10 Notwithstanding the provisions set forth in this Act, the
amounts listed below associated with increased general fund spending within
this agency shall be immediately unallotted upon enactment of these
appropriations from the applicable Items of this agency and any other relevant
Item of this act. Further, notwithstanding the provisions of this Act, any
language associated with the spending listed below shall not be applicable
unless, after such unallotment, a base amount of funding remains to which such
language would be applicable or unless such language previously appeared in
Chapter 854, 2019 Acts of Assembly. Any amounts referenced within any other
Items of this Act that reflect or include the spending amounts listed below
shall have no effect. These amounts shall remain unallotted until re-enacted
by the General Assembly after acceptance of a revenue forecast that confirms
the revenues estimated within this Act. No agency shall spend, commit, or
otherwise obligate the amounts listed below from any source of funds for any of
the purposes stated below or any other funds that may be unallotted.
|
FY 2021
|
FY 2022
|
Provide base operating support
|
$625,000
|
$625,000
|
Agency Total
|
$625,000
|
$625,000”
|
Explanation:
(This amendment unallots increases in discretionary spending
amounts pending the assessment of the impact of a potential general fund
revenue shortfall caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 60: Unallot spending increases in response to
potential revenue shortfall
Item 256.10
Education
|
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New College Institute
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Language
|
Language:
Page 260, after line 23, insert:
“256.10 Notwithstanding the provisions set forth in this Act, the
amounts listed below associated with increased general fund spending within
this agency shall be immediately unallotted upon enactment of these
appropriations from the applicable Items of this agency and any other relevant
Item of this act. Further, notwithstanding the provisions of this Act, any
language associated with the spending listed below shall not be applicable
unless, after such unallotment, a base amount of funding remains to which such
language would be applicable or unless such language previously appeared in
Chapter 854, 2019 Acts of Assembly. Any amounts referenced within any other
Items of this Act that reflect or include the spending amounts listed below
shall have no effect. These amounts shall remain unallotted until re-enacted
by the General Assembly after acceptance of a revenue forecast that confirms
the revenues estimated within this Act. No agency shall spend, commit, or
otherwise obligate the amounts listed below from any source of funds for any of
the purposes stated below or any other funds that may be unallotted.
|
FY 2021
|
FY 2022
|
Provide additional support for staffing
|
$95,000
|
$95,000
|
Agency Total
|
$95,000
|
$95,000”
|
Explanation:
(This amendment unallots increases in discretionary spending
amounts pending the assessment of the impact of a potential general fund
revenue shortfall caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 61: Unallot spending increases in response to
potential revenue shortfall
Item 257.10
Education
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Institute for Advanced Learning and Research
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Language
|
Language:
Page 260, after line 49, insert:
“257.10 Notwithstanding the provisions set forth in this Act, the
amounts listed below associated with increased general fund spending within
this agency shall be immediately unallotted upon enactment of these
appropriations from the applicable Items of this agency and any other relevant
Item of this act. Further, notwithstanding the provisions of this Act, any
language associated with the spending listed below shall not be applicable
unless, after such unallotment, a base amount of funding remains to which such
language would be applicable or unless such language previously appeared in
Chapter 854, 2019 Acts of Assembly. Any amounts referenced within any other
Items of this Act that reflect or include the spending amounts listed below
shall have no effect. These amounts shall remain unallotted until re-enacted
by the General Assembly after acceptance of a revenue forecast that confirms
the revenues estimated within this Act. No agency shall spend, commit, or
otherwise obligate the amounts listed below from any source of funds for any of
the purposes stated below or any other funds that may be unallotted.
|
FY 2021
|
FY 2022
|
Add funding for staffing
|
$95,000
|
$95,000
|
Agency Total
|
$95,000
|
$95,000”
|
Explanation:
(This amendment unallots increases in discretionary spending
amounts pending the assessment of the impact of a potential general fund
revenue shortfall caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 62: Unallot spending increases in response to
potential revenue shortfall
Item 258.10
Education
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Roanoke Higher Education Authority
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Language
|
Language:
Page 261, after line 9, insert:
“258.10 Notwithstanding the provisions set forth in this Act, the
amounts listed below associated with increased general fund spending within
this agency shall be immediately unallotted upon enactment of these
appropriations from the applicable Items of this agency and any other relevant
Item of this act. Further, notwithstanding the provisions of this Act, any
language associated with the spending listed below shall not be applicable
unless, after such unallotment, a base amount of funding remains to which such
language would be applicable or unless such language previously appeared in
Chapter 854, 2019 Acts of Assembly. Any amounts referenced within any other
Items of this Act that reflect or include the spending amounts listed below
shall have no effect. These amounts shall remain unallotted until re-enacted
by the General Assembly after acceptance of a revenue forecast that confirms
the revenues estimated within this Act. No agency shall spend, commit, or
otherwise obligate the amounts listed below from any source of funds for any of
the purposes stated below or any other funds that may be unallotted.
|
FY 2021
|
FY 2022
|
Academic student success center.
|
$213,254
|
$146,356
|
Security and safety.
|
$98,817
|
$47,944
|
Agency Total
|
$312,071
|
$194,300”
|
Explanation:
(This amendment unallots increases in discretionary spending
amounts pending the assessment of the impact of a potential general fund
revenue shortfall caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 63: Unallot spending increases in response to
potential revenue shortfall
Item 259.10
Education
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Southern Virginia Higher Education Center
|
|
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Language
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Language:
Page 262, after line 11, insert:
“259.10 Notwithstanding the provisions set forth in this Act, the
amounts listed below associated with increased general fund spending within
this agency shall be immediately unallotted upon enactment of these
appropriations from the applicable Items of this agency and any other relevant
Item of this act. Further, notwithstanding the provisions of this Act, any
language associated with the spending listed below shall not be applicable
unless, after such unallotment, a base amount of funding remains to which such
language would be applicable or unless such language previously appeared in
Chapter 854, 2019 Acts of Assembly. Any amounts referenced within any other
Items of this Act that reflect or include the spending amounts listed below
shall have no effect. These amounts shall remain unallotted until re-enacted
by the General Assembly after acceptance of a revenue forecast that confirms
the revenues estimated within this Act. No agency shall spend, commit, or
otherwise obligate the amounts listed below from any source of funds for any of
the purposes stated below or any other funds that may be unallotted.
|
FY 2021
|
FY 2022
|
Personnel & Technical Training Equipment
|
$293,972
|
$95,000
|
Agency Total
|
$293,972
|
$95,000”
|
Explanation:
(This amendment unallots increases in discretionary spending
amounts pending the assessment of the impact of a potential general fund
revenue shortfall caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 64: Unallot spending increases in response to
potential revenue shortfall
Item 260.10
Education
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Southwest Virginia Higher Education Center
|
|
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Language
|
Language:
Page 262, after line 33, insert:
“260.10 Notwithstanding the provisions set forth in this Act, the
amounts listed below associated with increased general fund spending within
this agency shall be immediately unallotted upon enactment of these
appropriations from the applicable Items of this agency and any other relevant
Item of this act. Further, notwithstanding the provisions of this Act, any
language associated with the spending listed below shall not be applicable
unless, after such unallotment, a base amount of funding remains to which such
language would be applicable or unless such language previously appeared in
Chapter 854, 2019 Acts of Assembly. Any amounts referenced within any other
Items of this Act that reflect or include the spending amounts listed below
shall have no effect. These amounts shall remain unallotted until re-enacted
by the General Assembly after acceptance of a revenue forecast that confirms the
revenues estimated within this Act. No agency shall spend, commit, or
otherwise obligate the amounts listed below from any source of funds for any of
the purposes stated below or any other funds that may be unallotted.
|
FY 2021
|
FY 2022
|
Add funding for staffing
|
$95,000
|
$95,000
|
Provide funding for Rural IT Apprenticeship Program
|
$500,000
|
$500,000
|
Agency Total
|
$595,000
|
$595,000”
|
Explanation:
(This amendment unallots increases in discretionary spending
amounts pending the assessment of the impact of a potential general fund
revenue shortfall caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 65: Unallot spending increases in response to
potential revenue shortfall
Item 261.10
Education
|
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Southeastern Universities Research Association Doing Business
for Jefferson Science Associates, LLC
|
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Language
|
Language:
Page 263, after line 12, insert:
“261.10 Notwithstanding the provisions set forth in this Act, the
amounts listed below associated with increased general fund spending within
this agency shall be immediately unallotted upon enactment of these
appropriations from the applicable Items of this agency and any other relevant
Item of this act. Further, notwithstanding the provisions of this Act, any
language associated with the spending listed below shall not be applicable
unless, after such unallotment, a base amount of funding remains to which such
language would be applicable or unless such language previously appeared in
Chapter 854, 2019 Acts of Assembly. Any amounts referenced within any other Items
of this Act that reflect or include the spending amounts listed below shall
have no effect. These amounts shall remain unallotted until re-enacted by the
General Assembly after acceptance of a revenue forecast that confirms the
revenues estimated within this Act. No agency shall spend, commit, or
otherwise obligate the amounts listed below from any source of funds for any of
the purposes stated below or any other funds that may be unallotted.
|
FY 2021
|
FY 2022
|
Leverage the Center for Nuclear Femtography
|
$250,000
|
$250,000
|
Agency Total
|
$250,000
|
$250,000”
|
Explanation:
(This amendment unallots increases in discretionary spending
amounts pending the assessment of the impact of a potential general fund
revenue shortfall caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 66: Unallot spending increases in response to
potential revenue shortfall
Item 262.10
Education
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Online Virginia Network Authority
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Language
|
Language:
Page 263, after line 33, insert:
“262.10 Notwithstanding the provisions set forth in this Act, the
amounts listed below associated with increased general fund spending within
this agency shall be immediately unallotted upon enactment of these
appropriations from the applicable Items of this agency and any other relevant
Item of this act. Further, notwithstanding the provisions of this Act, any
language associated with the spending listed below shall not be applicable
unless, after such unallotment, a base amount of funding remains to which such
language would be applicable or unless such language previously appeared in
Chapter 854, 2019 Acts of Assembly. Any amounts referenced within any other
Items of this Act that reflect or include the spending amounts listed below
shall have no effect. These amounts shall remain unallotted until re-enacted
by the General Assembly after acceptance of a revenue forecast that confirms
the revenues estimated within this Act. No agency shall spend, commit, or
otherwise obligate the amounts listed below from any source of funds for any of
the purposes stated below or any other funds that may be unallotted.
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FY 2021
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FY 2022
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Online Virginia Network - JMU
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$1,000,000
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$1,000,000
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Agency Total
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$1,000,000
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$1,000,000”
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Explanation:
(This amendment unallots increases in discretionary spending
amounts pending the assessment of the impact of a potential general fund
revenue shortfall caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 67: Unallot spending increases in response to
potential revenue shortfall
Item 262.60
Education
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In-State Undergraduate Tuition
Moderation
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Language
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Language:
Page 264, after line 45, insert:
“262.60 Notwithstanding the provisions set forth in this Act, the
amounts listed below associated with increased general fund spending within
this agency shall be immediately unallotted upon enactment of these
appropriations from the applicable Items of this agency and any other relevant
Item of this act. Further, notwithstanding the provisions of this Act, any
language associated with the spending listed below shall not be applicable
unless, after such unallotment, a base amount of funding remains to which such
language would be applicable or unless such language previously appeared in
Chapter 854, 2019 Acts of Assembly. Any amounts referenced within any other
Items of this Act that reflect or include the spending amounts listed below
shall have no effect. These amounts shall remain unallotted until re-enacted
by the General Assembly after acceptance of a revenue forecast that confirms the
revenues estimated within this Act. No agency shall spend, commit, or
otherwise obligate the amounts listed below from any source of funds for any of
the purposes stated below or any other funds that may be unallotted.
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FY 2021
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FY 2022
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Tuition moderation
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$54,750,000
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$25,000,000
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Agency Total
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$54,750,000
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$25,000,000”
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Explanation:
(This amendment unallots increases in discretionary spending
amounts pending the assessment of the impact of a potential general fund
revenue shortfall caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 68: Delay the report
on the study of collective bargaining
Item 264
Finance
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Secretary of Finance
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Language
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Language:
Page 268, line 20, strike "2020" and insert
"2021".
Explanation:
(This amendment delays the issuance of a report on the study of
collective bargaining for state employees until November 1, 2021.)
Amendment 69: Technical
adjustment to recordation tax language
Item 273
Finance
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Department of Accounts Transfer Payments
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Language
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Language:
Page 273, line 35, after “E.” insert “1.”.
Page 273, after line 38, insert:
“2. Notwithstanding the provisions of § 58.1-816, Code of Virginia,
the appropriation in this Item for the distribution of recordation taxes is not
subject to the sum sufficient provisions of this Item.”
Explanation:
(This amendment makes a technical change to clarify that
appropriated amounts for recordation tax are not subject to sum sufficient
provisions.)
Amendment 70: Unallot spending increases in response to
potential revenue shortfall
Item 279.10
Finance
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Department of Accounts Transfer Payments
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Language
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Language:
Page 275, after line 53, insert:
“279.10 Notwithstanding the provisions set forth in this Act, the
amounts listed below associated with increased general fund spending within
this agency shall be immediately unallotted upon enactment of these
appropriations from the applicable Items of this agency and any other relevant
Item of this act. Further, notwithstanding the provisions of this Act, any
language associated with the spending listed below shall not be applicable
unless, after such unallotment, a base amount of funding remains to which such
language would be applicable or unless such language previously appeared in
Chapter 854, 2019 Acts of Assembly. Any amounts referenced within any other
Items of this Act that reflect or include the spending amounts listed below
shall have no effect. These amounts shall remain unallotted until re-enacted
by the General Assembly after acceptance of a revenue forecast that confirms
the revenues estimated within this Act. No agency shall spend, commit, or
otherwise obligate the amounts listed below from any source of funds for any of
the purposes stated below or any other funds that may be unallotted.
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FY 2021
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FY 2022
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Provide funding for a voluntary deposit to the Revenue
Reserve Fund
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$0
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$300,000,000
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Agency Total
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$0
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$300,000,000”
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Explanation:
(This amendment unallots increases in discretionary spending
amounts pending the assessment of the impact of a potential general fund
revenue shortfall caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 71: Unallot spending increases in response to
potential revenue shortfall
Item 287.10
Finance
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Department of the Treasury
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Language
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Language:
Page 286, after line 17, insert:
“287.10 Notwithstanding the provisions set forth in this Act, the
amounts listed below associated with increased general fund spending within
this agency shall be immediately unallotted upon enactment of these
appropriations from the applicable Items of this agency and any other relevant
Item of this act. Further, notwithstanding the provisions of this Act, any
language associated with the spending listed below shall not be applicable
unless, after such unallotment, a base amount of funding remains to which such
language would be applicable or unless such language previously appeared in
Chapter 854, 2019 Acts of Assembly. Any amounts referenced within any other
Items of this Act that reflect or include the spending amounts listed below
shall have no effect. These amounts shall remain unallotted until re-enacted
by the General Assembly after acceptance of a revenue forecast that confirms
the revenues estimated within this Act. No agency shall spend, commit, or
otherwise obligate the amounts listed below from any source of funds for any of
the purposes stated below or any other funds that may be unallotted.
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FY 2021
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FY 2022
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Increase funding for a new position in the Cash Management
and Investments Division
|
$100,003
|
$109,093
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Agency Total
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$100,003
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$109,093”
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Explanation:
(This amendment unallots increases in discretionary spending
amounts pending the assessment of the impact of a potential general fund
revenue shortfall caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 72: Amend language to
require an interim report on the special education private day services rate
study
Item 293
Health and Human Resources
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Children’s Services Act
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Language
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Language:
Page 299, strike lines 29 through 31, and insert:
“3. The Office of Children's Services shall submit preliminary
findings on the continuation of the study on rates for private day special
education services to the Joint Legislative Audit and Review Commission no
later than Sept. 1, 2020 for review and incorporation into their 2020 study on
the Children’s Services Act. The Office of Children's Services shall provide a
final report on the study's findings to the Governor and the Chairmen of the
Senate Finance and Appropriations and House Appropriations Committees by June
1, 2021.”
Explanation:
(This amendment requires the Office of Children's Services to
provide an interim report on the establishment of a rate methodology for
private day special education services to the Joint Legislative Audit and
Review Commission and clarifies the report required on June 1, 2021, to be the
final report.)
Amendment
73: Unallot spending increases in response to potential revenue shortfall
Item 293.10
Health & Human Resources
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Children's Services Act
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Language
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Language:
Page 299, after line 38, insert:
“293.10 Notwithstanding the provisions set forth in this Act, the
amounts listed below associated with increased general fund spending within
this agency shall be immediately unallotted upon enactment of these
appropriations from the applicable Items of this agency and any other relevant
Item of this act. Further, notwithstanding the provisions of this Act, any
language associated with the spending listed below shall not be applicable
unless, after such unallotment, a base amount of funding remains to which such
language would be applicable or unless such language previously appeared in
Chapter 854, 2019 Acts of Assembly. Any amounts referenced within any other
Items of this Act that reflect or include the spending amounts listed below
shall have no effect. These amounts shall remain unallotted until re-enacted
by the General Assembly after acceptance of a revenue forecast that confirms
the revenues estimated within this Act. No agency shall spend, commit, or
otherwise obligate the amounts listed below from any source of funds for any of
the purposes stated below or any other funds that may be unallotted.
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FY 2021
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FY 2022
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Finalize rate study for private day special education
programs
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$250,000
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$0
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Increase training funds for the Children's Services Act
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$50,000
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$50,000
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Agency Total
|
$300,000
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$50,000”
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Explanation:
(This amendment unallots increases in discretionary spending
amounts pending the assessment of the impact of a potential general fund
revenue shortfall caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 74: Expand access to long acting reversible
contraceptives
Item 302
Health & Human Resources
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Department of Health
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Language
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Language:
Page 308, line 36, strike "hormonal”.
Page 308, line 36, strike “that”.
Page 308, line 37, strike “delay or prevent ovulation”.
Explanation:
(This amendment increases access to all long acting reversible
contraceptives (LARC) by removing the prohibition on non-hormonal LARCs.
Providers participating in the program report that the current restriction is
an unnecessary barrier to patients accessing contraception.)
Amendment 75: Unallot spending
increases in response to potential revenue shortfall
Item 307.10
Health & Human Resources
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Department of Health
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Language
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Language:
Page 315, after line 39, insert:
“307.10 Notwithstanding the provisions set forth in this Act, the
amounts listed below associated with increased general fund spending within
this agency shall be immediately unallotted upon enactment of these
appropriations from the applicable Items of this agency and any other relevant
Item of this act. Further, notwithstanding the provisions of this Act, any
language associated with the spending listed below shall not be applicable
unless, after such unallotment, a base amount of funding remains to which such
language would be applicable or unless such language previously appeared in
Chapter 854, 2019 Acts of Assembly. Any amounts referenced within any other
Items of this Act that reflect or include the spending amounts listed below
shall have no effect. These amounts shall remain unallotted until re-enacted
by the General Assembly after acceptance of a revenue forecast that confirms
the revenues estimated within this Act. No agency shall spend, commit, or
otherwise obligate the amounts listed below from any source of funds for any of
the purposes stated below or any other funds that may be unallotted.
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FY 2021
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FY 2022
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Support a position at the Mel Leaman Free Clinic
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$30,000
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$30,000
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Add funding for community health workers - two year pilot
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$0
|
$289,168
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Fund Behavioral Health Loan Repayment Program and Nursing
Preceptor Incentive Position
|
$88,914
|
$88,914
|
Establish Nursing Preceptor Incentive Program
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$500,000
|
$500,000
|
Establish Behavioral Health Loan Repayment Program
|
$1,600,000
|
$1,600,000
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Increase support for poison control centers
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$1,500,000
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$0
|
Establish the Virginia Sexual and Domestic Violence
Prevention Fund
|
$750,000
|
$750,000
|
Increases in rent for Local Health Department facilities
|
$75,889
|
$75,889
|
Increase Hampton Roads Proton Therapy Institute funding
|
$1,500,000
|
$1,500,000
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Establish Sickle Cell Patient Assistance Program
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$250,000
|
$250,000
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Increase support for Special Olympics Virginia
|
$10,000
|
$10,000
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Add funding for a data management system for Virginia's
Drinking Water Program
|
$150,000
|
$250,000
|
Add funding for building Office of Health Equity
infrastructure and capacity
|
$150,000
|
$150,000
|
Adds positions for the Shellfish Safety Division
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$168,270
|
$168,270
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Increase general fund and nongeneral fund appropriation related
to the EPA Drinking Water State Revolving Fund grant
|
$482,400
|
$482,400
|
Add funding and a position for a wastewater infrastructure
manager
|
$131,880
|
$131,880
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Agency Total
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$7,387,353
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$6,276,521”
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Explanation:
(This amendment unallots increases in discretionary spending
amounts pending the assessment of the impact of a potential general fund
revenue shortfall caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 76: Fund initial cost of COVID-19 response
Item 313
Health & Human Resources
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FY 20 - 21
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FY 21 - 22
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Department of Medical Assistance Services
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$1,032,955
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$0
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GF
|
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$2,661,925
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$0
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NGF
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Language:
Page 317, line 36, strike "$16,026,527,645" and insert
"$16,030,222,525".
Page 317, line 41, strike "$10,100,558,642" and insert
"$10,104,253,522".
Explanation:
(This amendment increases funding to cover the cost of policy
changes implemented by the Department of Medical Assistance Services in
response to COVID-19. These actions include expanding the use of telemedicine,
waiving service authorizations and eliminating cost sharing.)
Amendment 77: Increase
nursing facility rates in response to COVID-19
Item 313
Health & Human Resources
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Department of Medical Assistance Services
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Language
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Language:
Page 351, after line 17, insert:
“LLLLL. The Department of Medical Assistance Services shall
increase nursing home and specialized care per diem rates by $20 per day per
patient effective for the period of the Governor's Declaration of a State of
Emergency due to COVID-19. Such adjustment shall be made through existing
managed care capitation rates as a mandated specified rate increase for the
period of the Governor’s emergency declaration. DMAS shall adjust capitation
rates to account for the nursing facility rate increase and reflect the
duration of the Governor’s emergency. Should the nursing facility rate
increase necessitate state spending in excess of those funds appropriated in
this Item; then, notwithstanding the provisions of §4-3.02 of this Act, the
Secretary of Finance may authorize an interest-free treasury loan for DMAS to
offset the cost of the required nursing facility rate increase. The department
shall have the authority to file all necessary regulatory authorities without
delay, make any necessary contract changes, and implement these reimbursement
changes without regard to existing regulations. The specified rate increase in
this paragraph applies across fee-for-service and Medicaid managed care.”
Explanation:
(This amendment increases nursing home and specialized care per
diem rates by $20 per day per patient effective for the period of the
Governor's Declaration of a State of Emergency due to COVID-19. Further,
authorization for a treasury loan is provided should appropriated state funding
be insufficient to cover costs.)
Amendment
78: Authorize changes to medical assistance programs in response to COVID-19
Item 317
Health & Human Resources
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Department of Medical Assistance Services
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Language
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Language:
Page 359, after line 10, insert:
“DD. Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the Department of
Medical Assistance Services (DMAS) shall have temporary authority to seek any
necessary emergency changes to the State Plan for Medical Assistance Services
and related waivers to address the COVID-19 pandemic. In addition, DMAS is
authorized to make changes to managed care organization (MCO) contracts
consistent with the activities implemented under the provisions of this
paragraph. Further, the 45-day notification requirement pursuant to paragraph
E.1. of Item 313 is temporarily waived. Prior to the implementation of any
change authorized under the provisions of this paragraph, DMAS must receive
written approval of such change from the Governor. Within 15 days of
implementing changes to medical assistance programs or MCO contracts in
response to COVID-19, DMAS shall send a list of such actions to the Director,
Department of Planning and Budget and the Chairs of the House Appropriations
and Senate Finance and Appropriations Committees. The provisions of this
paragraph, as well as all actions implemented under its authority, shall be in
accordance with the Governor's Declaration of a State of Emergency due to
COVID-19 and be in effect for the period specified therein. Moreover, the
provisions of this paragraph and all actions implemented under its authority
shall expire with the Governor’s emergency declaration.”
Explanation:
(This amendment provides DMAS temporary authority to make immediate
changes to its medical assistance programs in response to COVID-19. Any change
would be subject to the Governor’s approval and must be reported within 15
days. Authorization and any program changes will expire with the Governor’s
emergency declaration.)
Amendment 79: Provide
flexibility to adjust medical assistance payment dates
Item 317
Health & Human Resources
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Department of Medical Assistance Services
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Language
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Language:
Page 359, after line 10, insert:
“DD. Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the Department of
Medical Assistance Services (DMAS) shall have the authority to adjust the date
of any agency payments should doing so allow the agency to maximize federal
reimbursement. This language shall only apply to the extent that any impacted
payments or reimbursements are allowable and appropriate under state and
federal rules.”
Explanation:
(This amendment allows DMAS to advance any appropriate and
allowable payment in an effort to take advantage of enhanced federal matching
funds.)
Amendment 80: Unallot general
fund FMAP savings
Item 317
Health & Human Resources
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Department of Medical Assistance Services
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Language
|
Language:
Page 359, after line 10, insert:
“DD. Within 10 days of the enactment of this Act, the Department
of Medical Assistance Services (DMAS) shall generate an estimate of the annual
impact of enhanced federal Medical Assistance Percentages (FMAP), associated
with federal H.R. 6021, the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA), on
all medical assistance programs as appropriated in this Act. The agency shall
report these estimates by fiscal year, fiscal quarter, service area and fund
detail, to the Department of Planning and Budget (DPB) and the Chairs of the
House Appropriations and Senate Finance and Appropriation Committees within the
required timeframe. DPB is authorized to unallot an amount of state funds
equal to the general fund savings identified in the DMAS report. Upon
expiration of the enhanced FMAP, DPB is authorized to re-allot funding for
those quarters for which assumed enhanced FMAP is not available.”
Explanation:
(This amendment requires that DMAS identify all state savings
associated with the federal government increasing the FMAP rate (to 56.2%) for
medical assistance services. Further, DPB is authorized to unallot an amount
of state funds equal to the general fund savings identified by DMAS.)
Amendment 81: Unallot spending increases in response to
potential revenue shortfall
Item 317.10
Health & Human Resources
|
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Department of Medical Assistance Services
|
|
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Language
|
Language:
Page 359, after line 10, insert:
“317.10 Notwithstanding the provisions set forth in this Act, the
amounts listed below associated with increased general fund spending within
this agency shall be immediately unallotted upon enactment of these
appropriations from the applicable Items of this agency and any other relevant
Item of this act. Further, notwithstanding the provisions of this Act, any
language associated with the spending listed below shall not be applicable
unless, after such unallotment, a base amount of funding remains to which such
language would be applicable or unless such language previously appeared in
Chapter 854, 2019 Acts of Assembly. Any amounts referenced within any other
Items of this Act that reflect or include the spending amounts listed below
shall have no effect. These amounts shall remain unallotted until re-enacted
by the General Assembly after acceptance of a revenue forecast that confirms
the revenues estimated within this Act. No agency shall spend, commit, or otherwise
obligate the amounts listed below from any source of funds for any of the
purposes stated below or any other funds that may be unallotted.
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FY 2021
|
FY 2022
|
Supplemental Payments for Children's National Medical Center
|
$354,766
|
$354,766
|
Fund Managed Care Contract Changes
|
$812,600
|
$1,014,350
|
Increase Medicaid Rates for Anesthesiologists
|
$253,376
|
$262,491
|
Increase Payment Rate by 9.5% for Nursing Homes with Special
Populations
|
$493,097
|
$506,903
|
Increase mental health provider rates
|
$2,374,698
|
$2,458,479
|
Add 250 DD Waiver Slots in FY 2022
|
$0
|
$4,133,500
|
Modify Nursing Facility Operating Rates at Four Facilities
|
$733,303
|
$754,247
|
Increase Medicaid Nursing Facility Reimbursement
|
$6,794,541
|
$6,984,788
|
Implement episodic payment models for certain conditions
|
$75,957
|
$124,707
|
Increase DD Waiver Provider Rates Using Updated Data
|
$21,395,221
|
$22,037,077
|
Increase Developmental Disability (DD) waiver rates
|
$3,639,663
|
$3,748,853
|
Increase rates for skilled and private duty nursing services
|
$6,245,286
|
$6,245,286
|
Provide care coordination prior to release from incarceration
|
$347,803
|
$465,440
|
Increase Rates for Psychiatric Residential Treatment
Facilities
|
$7,599,696
|
$7,599,696
|
Medicaid Rate Setting Analysis
|
$300,000
|
$0
|
Add Medicaid Adult Dental Benefits
|
$8,743,420
|
$25,304,935
|
Allow Overtime for Personal Care Attendants
|
$9,609,223
|
$9,609,223
|
Expand opioid treatment services
|
$421,476
|
$1,273,633
|
Medicaid MCO Reimbursement for Durable Medical Equipment
|
$345,621
|
$352,534
|
Modify Capital Reimbursement for Certain Nursing Facilities
|
$119,955
|
$119,955
|
Allow FAMIS MOMS to access substance use disorder treatment
in an institution for mental disease
|
$307,500
|
$356,775
|
Fund home visiting services
|
$0
|
$11,750,159
|
Fund costs of Medicaid-reimbursable STEP-VA services
|
$486,951
|
$2,293,826
|
Extend FAMIS MOMS' postpartum coverage to 12 months
|
$1,114,936
|
$2,116,376
|
Enhance behavioral health services
|
$3,028,038
|
$10,273,553
|
Medicaid Works for Individuals with Disabilities
|
$114,419
|
$228,838
|
Exempt Live-in Caretakers from EVV Program
|
$507,500
|
$373,000
|
Expand Tobacco Cessation Coverage
|
$34,718
|
$34,718
|
Adjust medical residency award language
|
$1,350,000
|
$2,600,000
|
Increase Rate for Adult Day Health Care
|
$796,755
|
$833,109
|
Eliminate 40 quarter work requirement for legal permanent
residents
|
$1,172,091
|
$3,289,890
|
Agency Total
|
$79,572,610
|
$127,501,107”
|
Explanation:
(This amendment unallots increases in discretionary spending
amounts pending the assessment of the impact of a potential general fund
revenue shortfall caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 82: Amend language to temporarily adjust licensing
requirements
Item 318
Health and Human Resources
|
|
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Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services
|
|
|
Language
|
Language:
Page 359, after line 52, insert:
“C.1. In order to minimize the risk of exposure to infectious
diseases and to protect individuals served by licensed providers as well as
provider and department staff, the department, at its discretion, may conduct
less than one annual unannounced inspection of each service offered by each
licensed provider during the 2020 calendar year. The department shall
prioritize, based on available time and necessary safety precautions, annual
unannounced inspections at licensed services directly affected by the
Commonwealth’s settlement agreement with the United States Department of
Justice.
2. Notwithstanding § 37.2-415, Code of Virginia, and regulations
12VAC35-105-50A.1.b and 12VAC35-46-90.A, the commissioner of the Department of
Behavioral Health and Developmental Services or any authorized agent may extend
the period of any conditional license issued by the department beyond twelve
months, until December 31, 2020.
3. During a state of emergency as declared by the Governor, the
commissioner of the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services
may issue licensing status letters to children’s residential providers in order
to prevent lapse of children’s residential licenses due to inability to conduct
an onsite inspection, and may extend the renewal period of licensed children’s
residential services.”
Explanation:
(This amendment provides flexibility for licensing activities that
have been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic and the resulting declared state of
emergency. Because of limited ability to do onsite inspections, the department
will not be able to meet current Code and regulatory requirements.)
Amendment 83: Unallot spending increases in response to
potential revenue shortfall
Item 321.10
Health & Human Resources
|
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Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services
|
|
|
Language
|
Language:
Page 368, after line 8, insert:
“321.10 Notwithstanding the provisions set forth in this Act, the
amounts listed below associated with increased general fund spending within
this agency shall be immediately unallotted upon enactment of these
appropriations from the applicable Items of this agency and any other relevant
Item of this act. Further, notwithstanding the provisions of this Act, any language
associated with the spending listed below shall not be applicable unless, after
such unallotment, a base amount of funding remains to which such language would
be applicable or unless such language previously appeared in Chapter 854, 2019
Acts of Assembly. Any amounts referenced within any other Items of this Act
that reflect or include the spending amounts listed below shall have no
effect. These amounts shall remain unallotted until re-enacted by the General
Assembly after acceptance of a revenue forecast that confirms the revenues
estimated within this Act. No agency shall spend, commit, or otherwise
obligate the amounts listed below from any source of funds for any of the
purposes stated below or any other funds that may be unallotted.
|
FY 2021
|
FY 2022
|
Provide additional funds for the Virginia Mental Health
Access Program
|
$4,224,388
|
$4,224,388
|
Provide funds for administrative costs of STEP-VA
|
$726,807
|
$1,222,908
|
Train workforce in preparation for behavioral health redesign
|
$129,253
|
$129,253
|
Jewish Foundation for Group Homes
|
$89,396
|
$35,818
|
Adverse childhood experiences initiative
|
$143,260
|
$143,260
|
Alternative transportation from state hospitals
|
$150,000
|
$150,000
|
Increase funding for statewide discharge assistance plans
|
$7,500,000
|
$12,500,000
|
Provide grants to recovery residences
|
$250,000
|
$250,000
|
Pilot Programs for facility census reduction
|
$7,500,000
|
$7,500,000
|
Agency Total
|
$20,713,104
|
$26,155,627”
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Explanation:
(This amendment unallots increases in discretionary spending amounts
pending the assessment of the impact of a potential general fund revenue
shortfall caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 84: Unallot spending increases in response to
potential revenue shortfall
Item 322.10
Health & Human Resources
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Grants to Localities
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Language
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Language:
Page 373, after line 12, insert:
“322.10 A. Notwithstanding the provisions set forth in this Act,
the amounts listed below associated with increased general fund spending within
this agency shall be immediately unallotted upon enactment of these
appropriations from the applicable Items of this agency and any other relevant
Item of this act. Further, notwithstanding the provisions of this Act, any
language associated with the spending listed below shall not be applicable
unless, after such unallotment, a base amount of funding remains to which such
language would be applicable or unless such language previously appeared in
Chapter 854, 2019 Acts of Assembly. Any amounts referenced within any other
Items of this Act that reflect or include the spending amounts listed below
shall have no effect. These amounts shall remain unallotted until re-enacted
by the General Assembly after acceptance of a revenue forecast that confirms
the revenues estimated within this Act. No agency shall spend, commit, or
otherwise obligate the amounts listed below from any source of funds for any of
the purposes stated below or any other funds that may be unallotted.
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FY 2021
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FY 2022
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Increase permanent supportive housing capacity
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$8,500,000
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$17,000,000
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Expand forensic discharge planning programs in jails
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$1,400,000
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$2,100,800
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Provide funds for partial implementation of STEP-VA
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$19,704,173
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$30,151,414
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Agency Total
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$29,604,173
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$49,252,214”
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B. Notwithstanding the provisions of Chapters 607 and 683, 2017
Acts of Assembly, and paragraph MM. of Item 322 of this Act, no Community
Services Board or Behavioral Health Authority shall be required to provide any
service pursuant to the to the System Transformation, Excellence and
Performance in Virginia (STEP-VA) process, beyond those services funded in
Chapter 854, 2019 Acts of Assembly. Any new service requirements shall be
subject to appropriation and allotment of funds for that purpose.
Explanation:
(This amendment unallots increases in discretionary spending
amounts pending the assessment of the impact of a potential general fund
revenue shortfall caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. This amendment also
eliminates the requirement that Community Services Boards and Behavioral Health
Authorities increase the number of core services pursuant to the System
Transformation, Excellence and Performance in Virginia (STEP-VA) process beyond
those services that are funded in Chapter 854, 2019 Acts of Assembly, unless
appropriation is available.)
Amendment 85: Unallot spending increases in response to
potential revenue shortfall
Item 328.10
Health & Human Resources
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Mental Health Treatment Centers
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Language
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Language:
Page 374, after line 39, insert:
“328.10 Notwithstanding the provisions set forth in this Act, the
amounts listed below associated with increased general fund spending within
this agency shall be immediately unallotted upon enactment of these
appropriations from the applicable Items of this agency and any other relevant
Item of this act. Further, notwithstanding the provisions of this Act, any
language associated with the spending listed below shall not be applicable
unless, after such unallotment, a base amount of funding remains to which such
language would be applicable or unless such language previously appeared in
Chapter 854, 2019 Acts of Assembly. Any amounts referenced within any other
Items of this Act that reflect or include the spending amounts listed below
shall have no effect. These amounts shall remain unallotted until re-enacted
by the General Assembly after acceptance of a revenue forecast that confirms
the revenues estimated within this Act. No agency shall spend, commit, or
otherwise obligate the amounts listed below from any source of funds for any of
the purposes stated below or any other funds that may be unallotted.
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FY 2021
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FY 2022
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Provide for increased pharmacy costs at state facilities
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$966,638
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$966,638
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Increase funding for safety and security in state facilities
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$2,299,637
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$3,066,182
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Add critical clinical staffing at the Commonwealth Center for
Children and Adolescents
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$765,428
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$765,428
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Agency Total
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$4,031,703
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$4,798,248”
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Explanation:
(This amendment unallots increases in discretionary spending
amounts pending the assessment of the impact of a potential general fund
revenue shortfall caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 86: Unallot spending increases in response to
potential revenue shortfall
Item 338.10
Health & Human Resources
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Virginia Center for Behavioral Rehabilitation
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Language
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Language:
Page 376, after line 39, insert:
“338.10 Notwithstanding the provisions set forth in this Act, the
amounts listed below associated with increased general fund spending within
this agency shall be immediately unallotted upon enactment of these
appropriations from the applicable Items of this agency and any other relevant
Item of this act. Further, notwithstanding the provisions of this Act, any
language associated with the spending listed below shall not be applicable
unless, after such unallotment, a base amount of funding remains to which such language
would be applicable or unless such language previously appeared in Chapter 854,
2019 Acts of Assembly. Any amounts referenced within any other Items of this
Act that reflect or include the spending amounts listed below shall have no
effect. These amounts shall remain unallotted until re-enacted by the General
Assembly after acceptance of a revenue forecast that confirms the revenues
estimated within this Act. No agency shall spend, commit, or otherwise
obligate the amounts listed below from any source of funds for any of the
purposes stated below or any other funds that may be unallotted.
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FY 2021
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FY 2022
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Support expanded facility and projected census growth
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$536,003
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$5,393,750
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Agency Total
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$536,003
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$5,393,750”
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Explanation:
(This amendment unallots increases in discretionary spending
amounts pending the assessment of the impact of a potential general fund
revenue shortfall caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 87: Unallot spending increases in response to
potential revenue shortfall
Item 346.10
Health & Human Resources
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Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services
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Language
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Language:
Page 382, after line 48, insert:
“346.10 Notwithstanding the provisions set forth in this Act, the
amounts listed below associated with increased general fund spending within
this agency shall be immediately unallotted upon enactment of these
appropriations from the applicable Items of this agency and any other relevant
Item of this act. Further, notwithstanding the provisions of this Act, any
language associated with the spending listed below shall not be applicable
unless, after such unallotment, a base amount of funding remains to which such
language would be applicable or unless such language previously appeared in
Chapter 854, 2019 Acts of Assembly. Any amounts referenced within any other
Items of this Act that reflect or include the spending amounts listed below
shall have no effect. These amounts shall remain unallotted until re-enacted
by the General Assembly after acceptance of a revenue forecast that confirms
the revenues estimated within this Act. No agency shall spend, commit, or
otherwise obligate the amounts listed below from any source of funds for any of
the purposes stated below or any other funds that may be unallotted.
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FY 2021
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FY 2022
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Dementia Case Management
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$150,000
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$150,000
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Centers for Independent Living
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$425,000
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$425,000
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Brain Injury Services
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$1,000,000
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$1,000,000
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Align personal attendant services hourly pay with Medicaid
rates
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$99,320
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$99,320
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Jewish Social Services Agency
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$50,000
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$50,000
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Agency Total
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$1,724,320
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$1,724,320”
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Explanation:
(This amendment unallots increases in discretionary spending
amounts pending the assessment of the impact of a potential general fund
revenue shortfall caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 88: Unallot spending increases in response to
potential revenue shortfall
Item 348.10
Health & Human Resources
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Wilson Workforce and Rehabilitation Center
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Language
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Language:
Page 383, after line 34, insert:
“348.10 Notwithstanding the provisions set forth in this Act, the
amounts listed below associated with increased general fund spending within
this agency shall be immediately unallotted upon enactment of these
appropriations from the applicable Items of this agency and any other relevant
Item of this act. Further, notwithstanding the provisions of this Act, any
language associated with the spending listed below shall not be applicable
unless, after such unallotment, a base amount of funding remains to which such language
would be applicable or unless such language previously appeared in Chapter 854,
2019 Acts of Assembly. Any amounts referenced within any other Items of this
Act that reflect or include the spending amounts listed below shall have no
effect. These amounts shall remain unallotted until re-enacted by the General
Assembly after acceptance of a revenue forecast that confirms the revenues
estimated within this Act. No agency shall spend, commit, or otherwise
obligate the amounts listed below from any source of funds for any of the
purposes stated below or any other funds that may be unallotted.
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FY 2021
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FY 2022
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Funding for Vehicle Purchase
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$80,000
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$0
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Agency Total
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$80,000
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$0”
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Explanation:
(This amendment unallots increases in discretionary spending amounts
pending the assessment of the impact of a potential general fund revenue
shortfall caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 89: Unallot general
fund FMAP savings
Item 354
Health and Human Resources
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Department of Social Services
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Language
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Language:
Page 394, after line 27, insert:
“V. Within 10 days of the enactment of this Act, the Department of
Social Services (DSS) shall generate an estimate of the annual impact of
enhanced federal Medical Assistance Percentages (FMAP), associated with federal
H.R. 6021, the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA), on all Title
IV-E foster care and adoptions programs as appropriated in this Act. The
agency shall report these estimates by fiscal year, fiscal quarter, service
area and fund detail, to the Department of Planning and Budget (DPB) and the
Chairs of the House Appropriations and Senate Finance and Appropriations
Committees within the required timeframe. DPB is authorized to unallot an
amount of state funds equal to the general fund savings identified in the DMAS
report. Upon expiration of the enhanced FMAP, DPB is authorized to re-allot
funding for those quarters for which assumed enhanced FMAP is not available.”
Explanation:
(This amendment requires that DSS identify all state savings associated
with the federal government increasing the federal Medical Assistance
Percentages (FMAP) rate (to 56.2%). This enhanced rate increases the federal
match rate for Title IV-E foster care and adoption services, which reduces the
amount of general fund needed to support current service levels. Any
identified funds can be unallotted and reserved for reprogramming by the
Governor and the General Assembly at the 2021 session. This language is
included in HB 29 and HB 30.)
Amendment
90: Add language for emergency licensure exemption and background check
portability for child day programs operating solely for children of essential
personnel
Item 357
Health and Human Resources
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Department of Social Services
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Language
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Language:
Page 399, after line 40, insert:
“H. 1. A child day program that operates for children of essential
personnel, who are in need of child care as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic,
shall be exempt from licensure. Programs operating under this emergency
licensing exemption must file an exemption with the Department and abide by the
requirements set forth in § 63.2-1715(C) and (D). The Commissioner shall have
the authority to inspect these programs only upon receipt of a complaint,
except as otherwise provided by law.
2. An instructional program operating under § 63.2-1715 (A) solely
for children of essential personnel must file with the Commissioner a statement
indicating the intent to operate the program and identifying that the program
will operate solely for the children of essential personnel. All emergency
child care programs shall follow Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and
Virginia Department of Health guidance on safety measures to prevent the spread
of COVID-19.
I. When a child day program operates in response to the COVID-19
pandemic, a background check for an individual associated with a child day
program operating solely for children of essential personnel shall not be
required for any individual who has completed a background check under the
provisions of § 63.2-1720.1 or § 63.2-1721.1 within the previous two years and
who continues to be eligible. The Department shall establish a process
regarding background check portability, and child day program providers seeking
portability must follow this process.
J. Any public or accredited private school may operate emergency
child care for preschool or school aged children of essential personnel during
a declared state or local emergency due to COVID-19. Such programs shall be
exempt from licensure (§ 63.2-1715) and shall be subject to safety and
supervisory standards, including background checks, established by the local
school division or accredited private school offering the program. All
emergency child care programs shall follow Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
and Virginia Department of Health guidance on safety measures to prevent the
spread of COVID-19.”
Explanation:
(This amendment adds language to allow emergency child care
programs to be set up to care for children of essential workers during the COVID-19
state of emergency.)
Amendment
91: Add language to permit emergency program changes related to COVID-19
response
Item 359
Health and Human Resources
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Department of Social Services
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Language
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Language:
Page 402, after line 6, insert:
“I. Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the Department of
Social Services (DSS) shall have temporary authority to make any changes to
relevant State Plans, request waivers from applicable Federal agencies, change
eligibility criteria for benefits and services, and payment levels for
applicable programs in response to the COVID-19 pandemic and new authorities
and funding made available by the federal government to effect those policies
necessary to ensure that benefits are available to eligible populations in
response to COVID-19. Prior to the implementation of any change, DSS must
receive written approval from the Governor. Within 15 days of implementing
changes in response to COVID-19, DSS shall send a list of such actions to the
Director, Department of Planning and Budget and the Chairs of the House
Appropriations and Senate Finance and Appropriations Committees. The
provisions of this paragraph, as well as any actions implemented under its
authority, shall be in accordance with the Governor’s emergency declaration for
COVID-19 and be in effect for the period specified therein.”
Explanation:
(This amendment adds language to give the Department of Social
Services the authority to make certain changes to program eligibility and
enrollment in response to COVID-19.)
Amendment 92: Amend language at
the Department of Social Services to reflect identical language at the
Department of Education
Item 359
Health and Human Resources
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Department of Social Services
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Language
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Language:
Page 401, strike lines 38 through 48.
Page 401, after line 37, insert:
“F. The Superintendent of Public Instruction shall convene a work
group to develop and establish a plan to transfer the Child Care Development
Fund grant from the Virginia Department of Social Services to the Virginia
Department of Education no later than July 1, 2021. The work group shall
include representatives of (i) the Secretariats of Education and Health and
Human Resources; (ii) relevant state agencies, including the Department of
Planning and Budget, the Office of the Attorney General, the Department of
Education, and the Department of Social Services; (iii) relevant regulatory
boards, including the Board of Education; and (iv) the House Committee on
Appropriations and the Senate Committee on Finance and Appropriations. The goal
of this transfer is to house responsibility of child care and education
programs under one agency. The plan shall be submitted to the Governor, the
Chairs of the House Appropriations and Senate Finance and Appropriations Committees,
and Director of the Department of Planning and Budget no later than August 15,
2020. Such plan shall confirm the funding amounts and positions that need to be
transferred between the impacted agencies, and shall identify any savings or
additional costs associated with the transfer of these programs. The review
shall also assess any potential administrative impacts on the Department of
Social Services and the Department of Education.”
Explanation:
(This amendment makes language in the Department of Social Services
identical to language in the Department of Education.)
Amendment 93: Unallot spending increases in response to
potential revenue shortfall
Item 361.10
Health & Human Resources
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Department of Social Services
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Language
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Language:
Page 403, after line 7, insert:
“361.10 Notwithstanding the provisions set forth in this Act, the
amounts listed below associated with increased general fund spending within
this agency shall be immediately unallotted upon enactment of these appropriations
from the applicable Items of this agency and any other relevant Item of this
act. Further, notwithstanding the provisions of this Act, any language
associated with the spending listed below shall not be applicable unless, after
such unallotment, a base amount of funding remains to which such language would
be applicable or unless such language previously appeared in Chapter 854, 2019
Acts of Assembly. Any amounts referenced within any other Items of this Act
that reflect or include the spending amounts listed below shall have no
effect. These amounts shall remain unallotted until re-enacted by the General
Assembly after acceptance of a revenue forecast that confirms the revenues
estimated within this Act. No agency shall spend, commit, or otherwise obligate
the amounts listed below from any source of funds for any of the purposes
stated below or any other funds that may be unallotted.
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FY 2021
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FY 2022
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Create a driver's license program for foster care youth
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$100,000
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$200,000
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Increase TANF benefits and income eligibility
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$1,159,901
|
$1,159,901
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Provide prevention services for children and families
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$3,410,050
|
$8,410,050
|
Adjust local staff minimum salary to stabilize workforce
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$5,592,707
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$5,592,707
|
Allocate one-time funding for the Laurel Center
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$500,000
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$0
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Implement emergency approval process for kinship caregivers
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$75,000
|
$75,000
|
Continue Linking Systems of Care program
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$187,443
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$467,116
|
Improve planning and operations of state-run emergency
shelters
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$188,945
|
$152,117
|
Fund 2-1-1 VIRGINIA contract costs
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$153,614
|
$153,614
|
Fund adult licensing and child welfare unit licensing
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$0
|
$2,130,394
|
Fund an evaluation team for evidence-based practices
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$801,328
|
$765,187
|
Implement Family First evidence-based services
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$1,074,500
|
$1,074,500
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Fund the child welfare forecast
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$722,339
|
$722,339
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Fund local departments of social services prevention services
|
$12,455,329
|
$17,437,461
|
Fund foster care and adoptions cost of living adjustments
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$2,262,173
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$2,262,173
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Fund emergency shelter management software and application
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$492,800
|
$154,000
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Fund child welfare systems improvements
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$250,000
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$0
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Fund the replacement of the agency licensing system
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$2,220,134
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$431,638
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Agency Total
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$31,646,263
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$41,188,197”
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Explanation:
(This amendment unallots increases in discretionary spending
amounts pending the assessment of the impact of a potential general fund
revenue shortfall caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 94: Unallot spending increases in response to
potential revenue shortfall
Item 369.10
Health & Human Resources
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Department for the Blind and Vision Impaired
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Language
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Language:
Page 405, after line 24, insert:
“369.10 Notwithstanding the provisions set forth in this Act, the
amounts listed below associated with increased general fund spending within
this agency shall be immediately unallotted upon enactment of these
appropriations from the applicable Items of this agency and any other relevant
Item of this act. Further, notwithstanding the provisions of this Act, any
language associated with the spending listed below shall not be applicable
unless, after such unallotment, a base amount of funding remains to which such
language would be applicable or unless such language previously appeared in
Chapter 854, 2019 Acts of Assembly. Any amounts referenced within any other
Items of this Act that reflect or include the spending amounts listed below
shall have no effect. These amounts shall remain unallotted until re-enacted
by the General Assembly after acceptance of a revenue forecast that confirms
the revenues estimated within this Act. No agency shall spend, commit, or
otherwise obligate the amounts listed below from any source of funds for any of
the purposes stated below or any other funds that may be unallotted.
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FY 2021
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FY 2022
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Maintain independent living teachers for blind, vision
impaired, or DeafBlind individuals
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$397,842
|
$397,842
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Increase workforce services for vision impaired individuals
|
$1,583,020
|
$1,583,020
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Agency Total
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$1,980,862
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$1,980,862”
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Explanation:
(This amendment unallots increases in discretionary spending
amounts pending the assessment of the impact of a potential general fund
revenue shortfall caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 95: Unallot spending increases in response to
potential revenue shortfall
Item 375.10
Natural Resources
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Department of Conservation and Recreation
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Language
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Language:
Page 414, after line 19, insert:
“375.10 Notwithstanding the provisions set forth in this Act, the
amounts listed below associated with increased general fund spending within
this agency shall be immediately unallotted upon enactment of these
appropriations from the applicable Items of this agency and any other relevant
Item of this act. Further, notwithstanding the provisions of this Act, any
language associated with the spending listed below shall not be applicable
unless, after such unallotment, a base amount of funding remains to which such
language would be applicable or unless such language previously appeared in
Chapter 854, 2019 Acts of Assembly. Any amounts referenced within any other
Items of this Act that reflect or include the spending amounts listed below
shall have no effect. These amounts shall remain unallotted until re-enacted
by the General Assembly after acceptance of a revenue forecast that confirms the
revenues estimated within this Act. No agency shall spend, commit, or
otherwise obligate the amounts listed below from any source of funds for any of
the purposes stated below or any other funds that may be unallotted.
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FY 2021
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FY 2022
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Increase dam safety floodplain management positions
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$229,637
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$229,637
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Environmental Literacy Program
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$170,000
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$170,000
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Increase funding for the Virginia Land Conservation Fund
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$5,500,000
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$5,500,000
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Riverfront Park Danville
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$740,000
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$0
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Natural Bridge State Park Operations
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$376,364
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$376,364
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Establish a dam safety lead engineer position
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$170,758
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$170,758
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Mason Neck State Park Staffing
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$160,800
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$160,800
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Support state park operations
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$556,000
|
$556,000
|
Pocahontas State Park New Cabin O&M
|
$152,273
|
$152,273
|
Provide funding for management of Green Pastures Recreation
Area
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$342,678
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$209,509
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Provide for preventative maintenance needs at state parks
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$500,000
|
$500,000
|
Provide a supplemental deposit to the Water Quality
Improvement Fund
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$0
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$25,410,000
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Supplemental Water Quality Improvement Fund amount
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$3,840,000
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$0
|
Increase funding for dam rehabilitation projects
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$15,000,000
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$0
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Agency Total
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$27,738,510
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$33,435,341”
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Explanation:
(This amendment unallots increases in discretionary spending
amounts pending the assessment of the impact of a potential general fund
revenue shortfall caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 96: Unallot spending
increases in response to potential revenue shortfall
Item 380.10
Natural Resources
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Department of Environmental Quality
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Language
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Language:
Page 419, after line 23, insert:
“380.10 Notwithstanding the provisions set forth in this Act, the
amounts listed below associated with increased general fund spending within
this agency shall be immediately unallotted upon enactment of these
appropriations from the applicable Items of this agency and any other relevant
Item of this act. Further, notwithstanding the provisions of this Act, any
language associated with the spending listed below shall not be applicable unless,
after such unallotment, a base amount of funding remains to which such language
would be applicable or unless such language previously appeared in Chapter 854,
2019 Acts of Assembly. Any amounts referenced within any other Items of this
Act that reflect or include the spending amounts listed below shall have no
effect. These amounts shall remain unallotted until re-enacted by the General
Assembly after acceptance of a revenue forecast that confirms the revenues
estimated within this Act. No agency shall spend, commit, or otherwise
obligate the amounts listed below from any source of funds for any of the
purposes stated below or any other funds that may be unallotted.
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FY 2021
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FY 2022
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Air Protection
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$1,386,451
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$1,978,451
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Land Protection
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$1,659,834
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$1,659,834
|
Water Protection
|
$3,142,973
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$8,309,747
|
Agency Total
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$6,189,258
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$11,948,032”
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Explanation:
(This amendment unallots increases in discretionary spending
amounts pending the assessment of the impact of a potential general fund
revenue shortfall caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 97: Provide permitting
authority
Item 383
Natural Resources
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Department of Game and Inland Fisheries
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Language
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Language:
Page 420, after line 30, insert:
“D.1. Subject to review and approval by the Secretary of Natural
Resources, the Director of the Department of Game and Inland Fisheries may
issue to the Department of Transportation an interim permit to relocate the
nest and eggs of any state listed threatened bird species from critical areas
of the Hampton Roads Bridge Tunnel Expansion Project’s South Island associated
with the ingress and egress to the island; the delivery, assembly, and
immediate operations of the tunnel boring machine; or other project critical
locations as mutually agreed to by the Commissioner of Highways and the
Director, which, if not relocated, would effectively require all substantial
construction activities to cease.
2. Prior to the issuance of an interim permit as described in
section 1, (i) the Director must determine that the Department of
Transportation and its design-build contractor have taken all reasonable steps
to prevent birds from nesting on the South Island, in accordance with the
Colonial Nesting Bird Management Plan dated March 27, 2020, (ii) the
Commissioner of Highways must determine that substantial construction
activities will have to cease if the nest and eggs are not relocated, and (iii)
the Director shall require as a condition of the interim permit that the nest
and any eggs will be relocated under the supervision of the Department of Game
and Inland Fisheries to a location acceptable to the Director that is as close
as possible to the original nesting location while allowing construction
activities to continue.
3. Within 30 days of the adoption by the Board of Game and Inland
Fisheries of any regulation governing the take of migratory birds or threatened
and endangered species, the Department of Transportation shall apply for a
permit covering such take for the Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel expansion project.
4. Any agency that exercises the authority granted in paragraph
D.1, or that issues any permit that has an adverse impact on fish and wildlife
or their habitat, may require compensatory mitigation for such adverse impact
as a condition of issuing the permit.
a. For the purposes of this section, “compensatory mitigation”
means addressing the direct and indirect adverse impacts to fish and wildlife
and their habitats that may be caused by a construction project by avoiding and
minimizing impacts to the extent practicable and then compensating for the
remaining impacts.
b. Proposed compensatory mitigation agreements between an agency
and a permittee shall be subject to the approval of the Secretary of Natural
Resources, and may include environmental restoration projects, purchase of
mitigation bank credits, or in-lieu payments to existing state funds related to
conservation of fish and wildlife and their habitat.”
Explanation:
(This amendment authorizes the Director of the Department of Game
and Inland Fisheries to issue an interim permit to the Department of
Transportation to relocate the nest and eggs of any state listed threatened
bird species from critical areas of the Hampton Roads Bridge Tunnel Expansion
Project's South Island.)
Amendment 98: Unallot spending increases in response to
potential revenue shortfall
Item 386.10
Natural Resources
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Department of Historic Resources
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Language
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Language:
Page 424, after line 28, insert:
“386.10 Notwithstanding the provisions set forth in this Act, the
amounts listed below associated with increased general fund spending within
this agency shall be immediately unallotted upon enactment of these
appropriations from the applicable Items of this agency and any other relevant
Item of this act. Further, notwithstanding the provisions of this Act, any
language associated with the spending listed below shall not be applicable
unless, after such unallotment, a base amount of funding remains to which such
language would be applicable or unless such language previously appeared in
Chapter 854, 2019 Acts of Assembly. Any amounts referenced within any other
Items of this Act that reflect or include the spending amounts listed below
shall have no effect. These amounts shall remain unallotted until re-enacted by
the General Assembly after acceptance of a revenue forecast that confirms the
revenues estimated within this Act. No agency shall spend, commit, or
otherwise obligate the amounts listed below from any source of funds for any of
the purposes stated below or any other funds that may be unallotted.
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FY 2021
|
FY 2022
|
Provide funding for the Center for African-American History
and Culture at Virginia Union University
|
$1,000,000
|
$0
|
Provide additional funding to support staff salaries
|
$123,360
|
$123,360
|
Provide additional funding to support the Historical Highway
Marker program
|
$200,000
|
$0
|
Provide funding to digitize highway markers for the Virginia
African American History Trail
|
$100,000
|
$0
|
Provide funding to increase the Director's salary
|
$15,968
|
$15,968
|
Provide funding to support a cemetery preservationist
position
|
$108,337
|
$108,337
|
Provide additional funding for Montpelier
|
$1,000,000
|
$0
|
Provide funding to the County of Brunswick
|
$50,000
|
$0
|
Provide funding to County of Fairfax for NOVA Parks
|
$250,000
|
$0
|
Provide additional funding for the Battlefield Preservation
Fund
|
$250,000
|
$250,000
|
Provide funding to County of Arlington
|
$75,000
|
$0
|
Provide additional funding and positions for underwater
archaeology program
|
$159,479
|
$159,479
|
Provides funding to the City of Richmond for cultural
initiatives
|
$1,000,000
|
$0
|
Provides funding to the City of Charlottesville for cultural
initiatives
|
$500,000
|
$0
|
Provides funding to the City of Alexandria to support
cultural initiatives
|
$2,443,000
|
$0
|
Provide funding and add language for the County of Gloucester
|
$100,000
|
$0
|
Provides funding to the City of Staunton for the Woodrow
Wilson Presidential Library
|
$250,000
|
$0
|
Agency Total
|
$7,625,144
|
$657,144”
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Explanation:
(This amendment unallots increases in discretionary spending
amounts pending the assessment of the impact of a potential general fund
revenue shortfall caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 99: Unallot spending increases in response to
potential revenue shortfall
Item 390.10
Natural Resources
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Marine Resources Commission
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Language
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Language:
Page 426, after line 19, insert:
“390.10 Notwithstanding the provisions set forth in this Act, the
amounts listed below associated with increased general fund spending within
this agency shall be immediately unallotted upon enactment of these
appropriations from the applicable Items of this agency and any other relevant
Item of this act. Further, notwithstanding the provisions of this Act, any
language associated with the spending listed below shall not be applicable
unless, after such unallotment, a base amount of funding remains to which such
language would be applicable or unless such language previously appeared in
Chapter 854, 2019 Acts of Assembly. Any amounts referenced within any other
Items of this Act that reflect or include the spending amounts listed below
shall have no effect. These amounts shall remain unallotted until re-enacted
by the General Assembly after acceptance of a revenue forecast that confirms
the revenues estimated within this Act. No agency shall spend, commit, or
otherwise obligate the amounts listed below from any source of funds for any of
the purposes stated below or any other funds that may be unallotted.
|
FY 2021
|
FY 2022
|
Provide funding for a coastal resiliency manager position
|
$78,250
|
$78,150
|
Provide funding for the removal of a derelict barge in Belmont
Bay
|
$250,000
|
$0
|
Provide funding for outboard motors
|
$96,436
|
$0
|
Provide funding for a position in the fisheries observer
program
|
$81,795
|
$57,695
|
Provide funding for unmanned aerial vehicles
|
$18,672
|
$0
|
Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Foundation
|
$50,000
|
$0
|
Agency Total
|
$575,153
|
$135,845”
|
Explanation:
(This amendment unallots increases in discretionary spending
amounts pending the assessment of the impact of a potential general fund
revenue shortfall caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 100: Adjust funding for legislation projected to
increase the need for prison beds
Item 402
Public Safety and Homeland Security
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FY 20 - 21
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FY 21 - 22
|
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Department of Corrections
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($50,000)
|
$0
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GF
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Language:
Page 435, line 35, strike "$180,922,172" and insert
"$180,872,172".
Page 438, line 24, strike “$1,000,000” and insert
"$950,000".
Page 438, line 31, after “House Bill 123” insert “and Senate Bill
838”.
Page 439, strike line 3.
Explanation:
(This amendment reduces funding for bills passed by the 2020
General Assembly that may impact the need for prison bed space. Funding was
provided in the Enrolled Bill for HB 123 and SB 838, which are duplicate
bills. This amendment removes duplicate funding.)
Amendment 101: Provide authority for the Director
to discharge or reassign certain prisoners
Item 402
Public Safety and Homeland Security
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Department of Corrections
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Language
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Language:
Page 439, after line 3, insert:
“402 W.1. Notwithstanding any other provision of law, upon the declaration
by the Governor of a state of emergency pursuant to § 44-146.17 of the Code of
Virginia in response to a communicable disease of public health threat as
defined in § 44-146.16 of the Code of Virginia, the Director shall, during the
duration of the declared emergency, have the authority to (i) discharge from
incarceration or (ii) place into a lower level of supervision, including
probation supervision, home electronic incarceration, or other forms of
community corrections, any prisoner committed to the Department who has less
than one year of his sentence remaining to be served prior to his scheduled
release if the Director determines that (a) any such discharge or placement
during the declared emergency will assist in maintaining the health, safety,
and welfare of any prisoner discharged or placed or the prisoners remaining in
state correctional facilities and (b) any such discharge or placement is
compatible with the interests of society and public safety.
2. The provisions of this section shall not apply to a prisoner
convicted of a Class 1 felony or a sexually violent offense as defined in §
37.2-900 of the Code of Virginia.
3. The Director shall develop procedures for implementing the
provisions of this section which shall include provisions addressing reentry
planning in accordance with § 53.1-32.2 of the Code of Virginia. To the extent
practicable, the Director shall comply with all provisions of the Virginia Code
relating to providing notice of a prisoner's discharge; however, any failure to
comply with such notice provisions shall not affect the Director's authority to
discharge a prisoner pursuant to this section.
4. The provisions of this section
shall expire on July 1, 2021.”
Explanation:
(Provides authority for the Director of the Department of
Corrections to discharge or lower the supervision level of certain prisoners
upon the declaration of a state of emergency by the Governor due to a public
health threat. This authority is temporary and expires on July 1, 2021.)
Amendment 102: Unallot spending increases in response to
potential revenue shortfall
Item 402.10
Public Safety and Homeland Security
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Department of Corrections
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Language
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Language:
Page 439, after line 3, insert:
“402.10 Notwithstanding the provisions set forth in this Act, the
amounts listed below associated with increased general fund spending within
this agency shall be immediately unallotted upon enactment of these
appropriations from the applicable Items of this agency and any other relevant
Item of this act. Further, notwithstanding the provisions of this Act, any
language associated with the spending listed below shall not be applicable
unless, after such unallotment, a base amount of funding remains to which such
language would be applicable or unless such language previously appeared in
Chapter 854, 2019 Acts of Assembly. Any amounts referenced within any other
Items of this Act that reflect or include the spending amounts listed below
shall have no effect. These amounts shall remain unallotted until re-enacted
by the General Assembly after acceptance of a revenue forecast that confirms
the revenues estimated within this Act. No agency shall spend, commit, or
otherwise obligate the amounts listed below from any source of funds for any of
the purposes stated below or any other funds that may be unallotted.
|
FY 2021
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FY 2022
|
Implement an electronic healthcare records system in all
state correctional facilities
|
$0
|
$8,935,649
|
Fund pilot programs between the Department of Corrections and
university health systems to provide offender medical care
|
$3,646,925
|
$5,935,253
|
Adjust salaries for correctional officers
|
$6,831,121
|
$7,864,561
|
Provide funding to study offender medical service delivery in
state correctional facilities
|
$500,000
|
$0
|
Provide additional operating funds for Lawrenceville
Correctional Center
|
$994,331
|
$994,331
|
Transfer funding for the Department of Corrections'
electronic health records system
|
$3,000,000
|
$3,000,000
|
Provide funding and two positions to support Board of Corrections
jail investigations
|
$170,125
|
$226,832
|
Agency Total
|
$15,142,502
|
$26,956,626”
|
Explanation:
(This amendment unallots increases in discretionary spending
amounts pending the assessment of the impact of a potential general fund
revenue shortfall caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 103: Unallot spending increases in response to
potential revenue shortfall
Item 409.10
Public Safety and Homeland Security
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Department of Criminal Justice Services
|
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Language
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Language:
Page 447, after line 18, insert:
“409.10 Notwithstanding the provisions set forth in this Act, the
amounts listed below associated with increased general fund spending within
this agency shall be immediately unallotted upon enactment of these
appropriations from the applicable Items of this agency and any other relevant
Item of this act. Further, notwithstanding the provisions of this Act, any
language associated with the spending listed below shall not be applicable
unless, after such unallotment, a base amount of funding remains to which such
language would be applicable or unless such language previously appeared in
Chapter 854, 2019 Acts of Assembly. Any amounts referenced within any other
Items of this Act that reflect or include the spending amounts listed below shall
have no effect. These amounts shall remain unallotted until re-enacted by the
General Assembly after acceptance of a revenue forecast that confirms the
revenues estimated within this Act. No agency shall spend, commit, or
otherwise obligate the amounts listed below from any source of funds for any of
the purposes stated below or any other funds that may be unallotted.
|
FY 2021
|
FY 2022
|
Increase funding for pre-release and post-incarceration
services
|
$1,000,000
|
$1,000,000
|
Provide security grant aid to localities
|
$1,500,000
|
$1,500,000
|
Immigration Legal and Social Services Grant Funding
|
$250,000
|
$250,000
|
Post Critical Incident Support for Law Enforcement Personnel
|
$200,000
|
$200,000
|
State Aid to Localities with Police Departments
|
$8,628,574
|
$8,628,574
|
Provide funding to expand pretrial and local probation
services
|
$2,300,000
|
$2,300,000
|
Agency Total
|
$13,878,574
|
$13,878,574”
|
Explanation:
(This amendment unallots increases in discretionary spending
amounts pending the assessment of the impact of a potential general fund
revenue shortfall caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 104: Unallot spending increases in response to
potential revenue shortfall
Item 414.30
Public Safety and Homeland Security
|
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Department of Emergency Management
|
|
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Language
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Language:
Page 452, after line 43, insert:
“414.30 Notwithstanding the provisions set forth in this Act, the
amounts listed below associated with increased general fund spending within
this agency shall be immediately unallotted upon enactment of these
appropriations from the applicable Items of this agency and any other relevant
Item of this act. Further, notwithstanding the provisions of this Act, any
language associated with the spending listed below shall not be applicable
unless, after such unallotment, a base amount of funding remains to which such
language would be applicable or unless such language previously appeared in
Chapter 854, 2019 Acts of Assembly. Any amounts referenced within any other
Items of this Act that reflect or include the spending amounts listed below
shall have no effect. These amounts shall remain unallotted until re-enacted
by the General Assembly after acceptance of a revenue forecast that confirms
the revenues estimated within this Act. No agency shall spend, commit, or
otherwise obligate the amounts listed below from any source of funds for any of
the purposes stated below or any other funds that may be unallotted.
|
FY 2021
|
FY 2022
|
Provide funding to migrate software and agency-owned servers
to the cloud
|
$1,505,760
|
$1,043,336
|
Agency Total
|
$1,505,760
|
$1,043,336”
|
Explanation:
(This amendment unallots increases in discretionary spending
amounts pending the assessment of the impact of a potential general fund
revenue shortfall caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 105: Unallot spending increases in response to
potential revenue shortfall
Item 417.10
Public Safety and Homeland Security
|
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Department of Fire Programs
|
|
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Language
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Language:
Page 453, after line 40, insert:
“417.10 Notwithstanding the provisions set forth in this Act, the
amounts listed below associated with increased general fund spending within
this agency shall be immediately unallotted upon enactment of these
appropriations from the applicable Items of this agency and any other relevant
Item of this act. Further, notwithstanding the provisions of this Act, any
language associated with the spending listed below shall not be applicable
unless, after such unallotment, a base amount of funding remains to which such
language would be applicable or unless such language previously appeared in
Chapter 854, 2019 Acts of Assembly. Any amounts referenced within any other
Items of this Act that reflect or include the spending amounts listed below
shall have no effect. These amounts shall remain unallotted until re-enacted
by the General Assembly after acceptance of a revenue forecast that confirms
the revenues estimated within this Act. No agency shall spend, commit, or
otherwise obligate the amounts listed below from any source of funds for any of
the purposes stated below or any other funds that may be unallotted.
|
FY 2021
|
FY 2022
|
Provide general fund appropriation to support one position
|
$24,886
|
$24,886
|
Agency Total
|
$24,886
|
$24,886”
|
Explanation:
(This amendment unallots increases in discretionary spending
amounts pending the assessment of the impact of a potential general fund
revenue shortfall caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 106: Unallot spending increases in response to
potential revenue shortfall
Item 418.10
Public Safety and Homeland Security
|
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Department of Forensic Science
|
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Language
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Language:
Page 454, after line 47, insert:
“418.10 Notwithstanding the provisions set forth in this Act, the
amounts listed below associated with increased general fund spending within
this agency shall be immediately unallotted upon enactment of these
appropriations from the applicable Items of this agency and any other relevant
Item of this act. Further, notwithstanding the provisions of this Act, any
language associated with the spending listed below shall not be applicable
unless, after such unallotment, a base amount of funding remains to which such
language would be applicable or unless such language previously appeared in
Chapter 854, 2019 Acts of Assembly. Any amounts referenced within any other
Items of this Act that reflect or include the spending amounts listed below
shall have no effect. These amounts shall remain unallotted until re-enacted
by the General Assembly after acceptance of a revenue forecast that confirms
the revenues estimated within this Act. No agency shall spend, commit, or
otherwise obligate the amounts listed below from any source of funds for any of
the purposes stated below or any other funds that may be unallotted.
|
FY 2021
|
FY 2022
|
Fund information technology analyst positions
|
$185,160
|
$246,880
|
Fund laboratory equipment maintenance contracts
|
$248,000
|
$368,000
|
Agency Total
|
$433,160
|
$614,880”
|
Explanation:
(This amendment unallots increases in discretionary spending
amounts pending the assessment of the impact of a potential general fund
revenue shortfall caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 107: Add language pertaining to a study and
information sharing
Item 425
Public Safety
|
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Department of State Police
|
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Language
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Language:
Page 460, line 30, after “G.” insert “ 1.”
Page 460, after line 37, insert:
“2. The Department of State Police shall, upon request, provide to
the Department of Juvenile Justice any information it possesses as a result of
carrying out the provisions of §§ 16.1-337.1, 19.2-389, 19.2-389.1, 37.2-819
and 64.2-2014, Code of Virginia, to enable the Department to link the data held
pursuant to those provisions with other relevant data held by the Commonwealth,
and then to de-identify it, for the purpose of evaluating the impact of
carrying out these provisions on the public health and safety, pursuant to a
research grant to Duke University and a subcontract with the University of
Virginia.”
Explanation:
(This amendment provides language to allow the Department of State
Police to share information with the Department of Juvenile Justice for the
purpose of collecting data for a study on public health and safety.)
Amendment 108: Unallot spending increases in response to
potential revenue shortfall
Item 428.10
Public Safety and Homeland Security
|
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Department of State Police
|
|
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Language
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Language:
Page 463, after line 54, insert:
“429.10 Notwithstanding the provisions set forth in this Act, the
amounts listed below associated with increased general fund spending within
this agency shall be immediately unallotted upon enactment of these
appropriations from the applicable Items of this agency and any other relevant
Item of this act. Further, notwithstanding the provisions of this Act, any
language associated with the spending listed below shall not be applicable
unless, after such unallotment, a base amount of funding remains to which such
language would be applicable or unless such language previously appeared in
Chapter 854, 2019 Acts of Assembly. Any amounts referenced within any other
Items of this Act that reflect or include the spending amounts listed below
shall have no effect. These amounts shall remain unallotted until re-enacted
by the General Assembly after acceptance of a revenue forecast that confirms
the revenues estimated within this Act. No agency shall spend, commit, or
otherwise obligate the amounts listed below from any source of funds for any of
the purposes stated below or any other funds that may be unallotted.
|
FY 2021
|
FY 2022
|
Fund record sealing reform legislation
|
$108,800
|
$0
|
Agency Total
|
$108,800
|
$0”
|
Explanation:
(This amendment unallots increases in discretionary spending
amounts pending the assessment of the impact of a potential general fund
revenue shortfall caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 109: Unallot spending increases in response to
potential revenue shortfall
Item 429.10
Public Safety and Homeland Security
|
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Virginia Parole Board
|
|
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Language
|
Language:
Page 464, after line 22, insert:
“429.10 Notwithstanding the provisions set forth in this Act, the
amounts listed below associated with increased general fund spending within
this agency shall be immediately unallotted upon enactment of these
appropriations from the applicable Items of this agency and any other relevant
Item of this act. Further, notwithstanding the provisions of this Act, any
language associated with the spending listed below shall not be applicable
unless, after such unallotment, a base amount of funding remains to which such
language would be applicable or unless such language previously appeared in
Chapter 854, 2019 Acts of Assembly. Any amounts referenced within any other
Items of this Act that reflect or include the spending amounts listed below
shall have no effect. These amounts shall remain unallotted until re-enacted
by the General Assembly after acceptance of a revenue forecast that confirms
the revenues estimated within this Act. No agency shall spend, commit, or
otherwise obligate the amounts listed below from any source of funds for any of
the purposes stated below or any other funds that may be unallotted.
|
FY 2021
|
FY 2022
|
Provide funding for part-time investigators
|
$406,392
|
$406,392
|
Provide funding for a part-time release planning coordinator
position
|
$42,319
|
$42,319
|
Agency Total
|
$448,711
|
$448,711”
|
Explanation:
(This amendment unallots increases in discretionary spending
amounts pending the assessment of the impact of a potential general fund
revenue shortfall caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 110: Amend language to delay Six-Year Improvement
Program update
Item 430
Transportation
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Secretary of Transportation
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Language
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Language:
Page 468, after line 25, insert:
“O.1. Notwithstanding § 33.2-214, the Six-Year Improvement Program
adopted June 19, 2019, and as amended shall remain in effect through June 30,
2021, or until a new Six-Year Improvement Program is adopted that is based on
the official Commonwealth Transportation Fund revenue forecast reflecting the
impacts of COVID-19 pandemic.
2. Notwithstanding any other provisions of law, the assistance
provided for fiscal year 2021 under Item 442 A.1.a and A.1.c may be maintained
up to the levels allocated in the Six Year Improvement Program approved by the
Commonwealth Transportation Board on June 19, 2019 until a Six-Year Improvement
Program is adopted pursuant to paragraph O.1. of this item.”
Explanation:
(This amendment allows the existing transportation Six-Year
Improvement Program to remain in effect through June 30, 2021, or until a new
program can be adopted based on updated revenue forecasts reflecting the impact
of COVID-19.)
Amendment 111: Amend language to provide funding flexibility
for transportation core operations and services
Item 430
Transportation
|
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Secretary of Transportation
|
|
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Language
|
Language:
Page 468, after line 25, insert:
“O. Notwithstanding §§ 33.2-1524, 33.2-1524.1 and other related
provisions of the Code of Virginia, the Commonwealth Transportation Board may
adjust the amounts appropriated, allocated, and distributed to the various
Transportation agencies and programs to ensure sufficient funding to maintain
and continue core operations and services threatened by revenue reductions
related to the COVID-19 pandemic. Such actions shall be reported to the chairs
of the House Appropriations, House Finance, and Senate Finance and
Appropriations Committees within 30 days.”
Explanation:
(This amendment provides flexibility to the Commonwealth
Transportation Board to adjust the amounts appropriated, allocated, and
distributed to the various transportation agencies and programs to ensure
sufficient funding to maintain and continue core operations and services
threatened by revenue reductions related to the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 112: Amend language to
update code citation
Item 432
Transportation
|
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Department of Aviation
|
|
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Language
|
Language:
Page 469, line 34, strike “subdivision A 3 of § 58.1-638” and
insert “§ 33.2-1526.6”
Explanation:
(This amendment amends language to update an obsolete Code of
Virginia citation to the current relevant code section.)
Amendment 113: Restore surcharge authorization associated
with REAL ID driver’s licenses
Item 436
Transportation
|
|
|
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Department of Motor Vehicles
|
|
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Language
|
Language:
Page 472, after line 19, insert:
“O. The Department is authorized to impose a $10 surcharge on all
first issuances of REAL ID compliant credentials that are acceptable for
federal purposes.”
Explanation:
(This amendment restores language
giving the Department of Motor Vehicles the authority to apply a $10 surcharge
on processing applications for REAL ID driver’s licence. This language was
inadvertently removed during the development of the biennial budget. Without
this surcharge, the Department of Motor Vehicles will be unable to support the
additional personnel hired to issue the REAL ID credentials.)
Amendment
114: Amend language to provide flexibility on use of I-64 toll revenue
Item 450
Transportation
|
|
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Virginia Department of Transportation
|
|
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Language
|
Language:
Page 480, line 27, after “Interstate 564.” insert “However, such
funds may be used to support other related projects if mutually agreed upon by
the Hampton Roads Accountability Commission and the Commonwealth Transportation
Board.”
Explanation:
(This amendment adds language providing flexibility on the use of
I-64 toll revenues in the Hampton Roads area to address regional contractual
and project needs.)
Amendment 115: Amend language to correct reference for
transportation debt service
Item 452
Transportation
|
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Virginia Department of Transportation
|
|
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Language
|
Language:
Page 483, line 37, strike “recordation taxes” and insert “state
transportation revenues”
Explanation:
(This amendment amends language to reflect use of state
transportation revenues for Oak Grove Connector debt service payments to
reflect changes included in the omnibus transportation bill (HB1414/SB890).)
Amendment 116: Amend language to
provide for indirect cost from the CTF
Item 453
Transportation
|
|
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Virginia Department of Transportation
|
|
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Language
|
Language:
Page 485, line 12, strike “Transportation Trust Fund” and insert “Commonwealth
Transportation Fund”
Explanation:
(This amendment amends language to provide for indirect costs from
the Commonwealth Transportation Fund (CTF) to reflect changes included in the
omnibus transportation bill (HB1414/SB890).)
Amendment 117: Amend Camp
Pendleton Lease Agreement language
Item 462
Veterans and Defense Affairs
|
|
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Secretary of Veterans and Defense Affairs
|
|
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Language
|
Language:
Page 492, line 4, strike “gate” and insert “access control point,
including all desirable or required supporting facilities,”.
Page 492, line 7, strike “gate” and insert “access control point”.
Page 492, line 8, strike “prior to” and insert “within 30 days of
lease execution but no later than”.
Page 492, line 9, strike “prior to” and insert “12 months after
lease execution but no later than”.
Page 492, line 13, after “into the”, insert “initial and any
subsequent”.
Page 492, line 14, after “years”, strike the remainder of the line
and insert “upon such terms and conditions as negotiated between the parties to
the lease, which may include an additional annual payment pursuant to the terms
of the lease.".
Page 492, strike line 15.
Page 492, line 16, strike “the terms of the lease agreement.”.
Explanation:
(This amendment provides clarification on aspects of an authorized
long-term lease of state owned property and preserves the power for both
parties to negotiate.)
Amendment 118: Reverse transfer
of funding and one position to Veterans Services Foundation
Item 466
Veterans and Defense Affairs
|
FY 20 - 21
|
FY 21 - 22
|
|
Department of Veterans Services
|
$70,000
|
$70,000
|
GF
|
|
1.00
|
1.00
|
FTE
|
Language:
Page 494, line 27, strike "$2,645,063" and insert
"$2,715,063".
Page 494, line 27, strike "$2,645,063" and insert
"$2,715,063".
Explanation:
(This amendment reverses the transfer of one budget support
position and associated funding from the Veterans Services Foundation to the
Department of Veterans Services.)
Amendment 119: Unallot spending increases in response to
potential revenue shortfall
Item 466.10
Veterans and Defense Affairs
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Department of Veterans Services
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Language
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Language:
Page 494, after line 31, insert:
“466.10 Notwithstanding the provisions set forth in this Act, the
amounts listed below associated with increased general fund spending within this
agency shall be immediately unallotted upon enactment of these appropriations
from the applicable Items of this agency and any other relevant Item of this
act. Further, notwithstanding the provisions of this Act, any language
associated with the spending listed below shall not be applicable unless, after
such unallotment, a base amount of funding remains to which such language would
be applicable or unless such language previously appeared in Chapter 854, 2019
Acts of Assembly. Any amounts referenced within any other Items of this Act
that reflect or include the spending amounts listed below shall have no
effect. These amounts shall remain unallotted until re-enacted by the General
Assembly after acceptance of a revenue forecast that confirms the revenues
estimated within this Act. No agency shall spend, commit, or otherwise
obligate the amounts listed below from any source of funds for any of the
purposes stated below or any other funds that may be unallotted.
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FY 2021
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FY 2022
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Virginia Women Veterans Program
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$106,139
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$106,139
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Support mental health and benefits positions and fund
maintenance and information technology needs
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$1,045,040
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$1,276,753
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Provide funding for the National Museum of the United States
Army
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$3,000,000
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$0
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Agency Total
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$4,151,179
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$1,382,892”
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Explanation:
(This amendment unallots increases in discretionary spending
amounts pending the assessment of the impact of a potential general fund
revenue shortfall caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 120: Reverse transfer of funding and one position
to Veterans Services Foundation
Item 468
Veterans and Defense Affairs
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FY 20 - 21
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FY 21 - 22
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Veterans Services Foundation
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($70,000)
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($70,000)
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GF
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(1.00)
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(1.00)
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FTE
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Language:
Page 494, line 45, strike "$351,575" and insert "$281,575".
Page 494, line 45, strike "$351,575" and insert
"$281,575".
Explanation:
(This amendment reverses the transfer of one budget support
position and associated funding from the Veterans Services Foundation to the
Department of Veterans Services.)
Amendment 121: Unallot spending increases in response to
potential revenue shortfall
Item 473.10
Veterans and Defense Affairs
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Department of Military Affairs
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Language
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Language:
Page 496, after line 35, insert:
“473.10 Notwithstanding the provisions set forth in this Act, the
amounts listed below associated with increased general fund spending within
this agency shall be immediately unallotted upon enactment of these
appropriations from the applicable Items of this agency and any other relevant
Item of this act. Further, notwithstanding the provisions of this Act, any
language associated with the spending listed below shall not be applicable
unless, after such unallotment, a base amount of funding remains to which such
language would be applicable or unless such language previously appeared in
Chapter 854, 2019 Acts of Assembly. Any amounts referenced within any other
Items of this Act that reflect or include the spending amounts listed below
shall have no effect. These amounts shall remain unallotted until re-enacted
by the General Assembly after acceptance of a revenue forecast that confirms
the revenues estimated within this Act. No agency shall spend, commit, or
otherwise obligate the amounts listed below from any source of funds for any of
the purposes stated below or any other funds that may be unallotted.
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FY 2021
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FY 2022
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Increase funding for state tuition assistance
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$250,000
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$250,000
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Agency Total
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$250,000
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$250,000”
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Explanation:
(This amendment unallots increases in discretionary spending
amounts pending the assessment of the impact of a potential general fund
revenue shortfall caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 122: Amend
redistricting funding language
Item 479
Central Appropriations
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Central Appropriations
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Language
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Language:
Page 515, strike lines 28 through 31 and insert:
“L. Out of this appropriation is included up to $1,069,500 the
first year and up to $1,069,500 the second year from the general fund for the
purpose of redistricting, which shall include expenses related to the Virginia
Redistricting Commission if approved by voter referendum in the November, 2020
general election. The Department of Planning and Budget is authorized to
transfer these amounts to the applicable state agency or agencies to support
the purposes of redistricting, including supporting the Commission if
approved.”
Explanation:
(This amendment makes a technical adjustment to language governing
the transfer of amounts for redistricting.)
Amendment 123: COVID-19 response
authority
Item 479.10
Central Appropriations
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Central Appropriations
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Language
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Language:
Page 515, after line 47, insert:
"479.10 Disaster Planning and Operations (72200)
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$0
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$0
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Pandemic Response (72211)
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$0
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$0
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A.1. The Governor is hereby authorized to appropriate sums to state
agencies, institutions of higher education, and other permissible entities the
federal funding provided pursuant to the Coronavirus Preparedness and Response
Supplemental Appropriations Act (P.L. 116-123), the Families First Coronavirus
Response Act (P.L. 116-127), the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security
(CARES) Act (P.L. 116- 136), and any other federal funding provided through
subsequent legislation approved by Congress with regard to the Coronavirus
public health emergency. For the purposes of this item, such federal funding
shall be referred collectively to as “federal relief funds”. All such federal
relief funds shall be subject to applicable federal rules and regulations
governing these funds. Amounts so allocated are hereby appropriated subject to
the provisions and conditions contained in this item.
2. Records Management and Reporting
a. Agencies receiving federal relief funds shall comply with the
financial or other data reporting requirements set forth by the State
Comptroller or the Director of the Department of Planning and Budget and shall
compile and maintain all records necessary to fulfill such reporting
requirements and to meet any subsequent audit of the expenditure of such
federal funds.
b. Agencies receiving federal relief funds shall comply with all
federal reporting requirements for the receipt of any funds and shall compile
and maintain all records necessary to fulfill such reporting requirements and
to meet any subsequent audit of the expenditure of such federal funds.
c. Agencies receiving federal relief funds shall comply with any
requirements established to ensure the transparency of the use or expenditure
of such federal funds.
3. The Governor or his designee shall submit a quarterly report to
the Chairs of House Appropriations and Senate Finance and Appropriations
Committees that itemizes any appropriation action of federal relief funds.
4. It is the intent of the General Assembly that the Commonwealth
maximize the use of the federal relief funds. The Governor shall take all
reasonable actions necessary to apply for federal relief funds. The Governor
shall further ensure that funds are appropriated, distributed, and utilized in
a manner that is consistent with the provisions of state and federal law.
B. The Governor is authorized to appropriate, within this item or
any other item of this Act, any revenues deposited to the COVID-19 Relief Fund
created pursuant to House Bill 881 and Senate Bill 971 of the 2020 Session of
the General Assembly. Such appropriations shall be used for the purposes of
responding to the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic which shall include, but not
be limited to, i) relief to small businesses, ii) assistance for housing and
homelessness, iii) assistance for long term care facilities, and iv) any other
purpose designated by the Governor to address the impact of the COVID-19
pandemic. The Governor is authorized to transfer such appropriations and
associated revenues to agencies designated to carry out the services required
to address the COVID-19 pandemic. The Governor or his designee shall report the
use of the COVID-19 Relief Fund to the Chairs of House Appropriations and
Senate Finance and Appropriations Committees on a quarterly basis.
C. Any reports required by paragraphs A or B above may be submitted
electronically. Further, the reporting requirement shall be considered to have
been met if the required information is posted on a public website.
D. Any unexpended balance remaining in this Item on June 30, 2021,
or June 30, 2022, shall be carried forward on the books of the Comptroller and
shall be available for expenditure in the next biennium.”
Explanation:
(This amendment provides authority for the Governor to appropriate
federal funding provided specifically by Congress related to the Coronavirus
Pandemic or from revenues deposited to the COVID-19 Relief Fund. It also
provides guidance for reporting the use of these funds.)
Amendment 124: Unallot spending increases in response to
potential revenue shortfall
Item 482.10
Central Appropriations
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Central Appropriations
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Language
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Language:
Page 517, after line 22, insert:
“482.10 Notwithstanding the provisions set forth in this Act, the
amounts listed below associated with increased general fund spending within this
agency shall be immediately unallotted upon enactment of these appropriations
from the applicable Items of this agency and any other relevant Item of this
act. Further, notwithstanding the provisions of this Act, any language
associated with the spending listed below shall not be applicable unless, after
such unallotment, a base amount of funding remains to which such language would
be applicable or unless such language previously appeared in Chapter 854, 2019
Acts of Assembly. Any amounts referenced within any other Items of this Act
that reflect or include the spending amounts listed below shall have no
effect. These amounts shall remain unallotted until re-enacted by the General
Assembly after acceptance of a revenue forecast that confirms the revenues
estimated within this Act. No agency shall spend, commit, or otherwise
obligate the amounts listed below from any source of funds for any of the
purposes stated below or any other funds that may be unallotted.
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FY 2021
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FY 2022
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Provide funding for Slavery and Freedom Heritage Site in
Richmond
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$1,000,000
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$0
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Upgrade the Integrated Flood Observation and Warning System
(IFLOWS)
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$1,000,000
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$1,000,000
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Compensation Actions for State Employees and State-Supported
Locals
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$118,087,286
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$146,766,525
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Adjust general fund support to agencies for increased
internal service fund rates
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$161,465
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$223,189
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Reduce state employee retiree health insurance credit
amortization period
|
$3,881,799
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$4,050,565
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Adjust funding to agencies for information technology
auditors and security officers
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$180,746
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$180,746
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Adjust funding for changes in the cost of rent for enhanced
security
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$1,742,906
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$2,518,778
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Agency Total
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$126,054,202
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$154,739,803”
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Explanation:
(This amendment unallots increases in discretionary spending
amounts pending the assessment of the impact of a potential general fund
revenue shortfall caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 125: Unallot spending increases in response to
potential revenue shortfall
Item 497.10
Independent Agencies
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Virginia Workers' Compensation Commission
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Language
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Language:
Page 524, after line 43, insert:
“497.10 Notwithstanding the provisions set forth in this Act, the
amounts listed below associated with increased general fund spending within
this agency shall be immediately unallotted upon enactment of these
appropriations from the applicable Items of this agency and any other relevant
Item of this act. Further, notwithstanding the provisions of this Act, any
language associated with the spending listed below shall not be applicable
unless, after such unallotment, a base amount of funding remains to which such
language would be applicable or unless such language previously appeared in
Chapter 854, 2019 Acts of Assembly. Any amounts referenced within any other
Items of this Act that reflect or include the spending amounts listed below
shall have no effect. These amounts shall remain unallotted until re-enacted
by the General Assembly after acceptance of a revenue forecast that confirms
the revenues estimated within this Act. No agency shall spend, commit, or
otherwise obligate the amounts listed below from any source of funds for any of
the purposes stated below or any other funds that may be unallotted.
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FY 2021
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FY 2022
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Fund medical expenses for victims of sexual assault
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$4,708,576
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$4,708,576
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Agency Total
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$4,708,576
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$4,708,576”
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Explanation:
(This amendment unallots increases in discretionary spending
amounts pending the assessment of the impact of a potential general fund
revenue shortfall caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 126: Allow delays in implementation of capital
projects
Item 2-0
General Conditions
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General Conditions
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Language
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Language:
Page 533, after line 15, insert:
“Q. The Governor or his designee is authorized to direct state
agencies, authorities, and institutions of higher education listed in the state
budget to delay the initiation or continuation of capital projects supported by
state revenues in response to cash flow and debt capacity concerns resulting
from the COVID-19 emergency. These actions shall remain in place until the
General Assembly reauthorizes the capital budget after acceptance of a revenue
forecast that confirms the revenues estimated within this Act.”
Explanation:
(This amendment adds language allowing the Governor to delay the
initiation or continuation of capital projects supported with general fund or
state-supported debt appropriations in order to address cash flow and debt
capacity concerns resulting from the COVID-19 emergency, until the General
Assembly reauthorizes the capital budget when it accepts the revenue forecast
that confirms the revenues estimated within the Act. )
Amendment 127: Enhance Nottoway Wastewater Treatment Plant
Capacity
Item C-55.10
Department of Corrections
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FY 20 - 21
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FY 21 - 22
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Department of Corrections
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$6,800,000
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$0
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NGF
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Language:
Page 542, after line 38, insert:
“C-55.10 Improvements: Enhance Nottoway wastewater treatment plant
capacity (18506) $6,800,000 $0
Fund Sources: Bond Proceeds $6,800,000 $0
A. The Virginia Public Building Authority, pursuant to § 2.2-2260
et seq. of the Code of Virginia, is authorized to issue bonds in a principal
amount not to exceed $6,800,000 plus amounts needed to fund issuance costs,
reserve funds, original issue discount, interest prior to and during the
acquisition or construction and for one year after completion thereof, and
other financing expenses, to finance the capital costs of the project for which
the appropriation in this Item is provided.
B. Debt service on bonds issued under the authorization in this
Item shall be provided from appropriations to the Treasury Board.”.
Explanation:
(Provides bond funds to expand capacity at the Nottoway Wastewater
Treatment Plant to address wastewater increases resulting from enhanced state
and local development utilizing the plant. Without this funding, the plant will
be unable to comply with environmental permit requirements.)
Amendment 128: Unallot general
fund for Accomack Airport Hangar
Item C-61.50
Transportation
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Virginia Commercial Space Flight Authority
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Language
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Language:
Page 544, after line 1, insert:
“Notwithstanding the provisions set forth in this Act, the general
fund amounts appropriated in this Item shall be immediately unallotted upon
enactment of these appropriations. Any language associated with these amounts
shall not be applicable. Any amounts referenced within any other Items of this
Act that reflect or include the general fund amounts included within this Item
shall have no effect. These amounts shall remain unallotted until re-enacted by
the General Assembly after acceptance of a revenue forecast that confirms the
revenues estimated within this Act. “
Explanation:
(This amendment unallots the general fund appropriation included
for the construction of a new Accomack Regional Airport hangar pending the
assessment of the impact of a potential general fund revenue shortfall caused
by the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 129: Provide state
matching funds for pandemic response renovations of veterans care centers
Item C-61.60
Veterans and Defense Affairs
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FY 20 - 21
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FY 21 - 22
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Department of Veterans Services
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$1,000,000
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$0
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NGF
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Language:
Page 544, after line 11, insert:
“C-61.60: Provide state matching funds for pandemic response
renovations of veterans care centers (18507)
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$1,000,000
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$0
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Fund sources: Bond Proceeds
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$1,000,000
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$0
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A. The Virginia Public Building Authority, pursuant to § 2.2-2260
et seq. of the Code of
Virginia, is authorized to issue bonds in a principal amount not to
exceed $1,000,000 plus
amounts needed to fund issuance costs, reserve funds, original
issue discount, interest prior to
and during the acquisition or construction and for one year after
completion thereof, and other
financing expenses, to finance the capital costs of the project for
which the appropriation in this
Item is provided.
B. Debt service on bonds issued under the authorization in this
Item shall be provided from
appropriations to the Treasury Board.
C. The appropriation
in this Item provides the state match for the federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief,
and Economic Security Act (CARES Act) grant for coronavirus related
construction and renovation projects at Sitter & Barfoot Veterans Care
Center (Richmond) and Virginia Veterans Care Center (Roanoke) to prepare for
and deal with pandemic response.”
Explanation:
(This amendment issues bond funds to provide the state match for
the federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act)
grant for coronavirus related construction and renovation projects at Sitter
& Barfoot Veterans Care Center (Richmond) and Virginia Veterans Care Center
(Roanoke) to deal with pandemic response.)
Amendment 130: Supplant general
fund maintenance reserve funding with bond proceeds
Item C-64
Central Appropriations
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FY 20 - 21
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FY 21 - 22
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Central Capital Outlay
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($65,000,000)
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$0
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GF
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$65,000,000
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$0
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NGF
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Language:
Page 544, strike line 29.
Page 544, line 30, before “Bond”, insert “Fund Sources”.
Page 544, line 30, strike "$72,000,000" and insert
"$137,000,000".
Page 544, line 31, strike “1.”.
Page 544, line 31, strike “$72,000,000” and insert
"$137,000,000".
Page 544, strike lines 35 through 36.
Page 544, line 37, after “A.”, strike the remainder of the line.
Page 544, line 38, strike “paragraph A. 2”.
Explanation:
(This amendment supplants general fund support provided in
maintenance reserve with state bond proceeds.)
Amendment 131: Provide equipment
for Southwest Virginia Higher Education Center capital project
Item C-65
Central Appropriations
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FY 20 - 21
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FY 21 - 22
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Central Capital Outlay
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$65,000
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$0
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NGF
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Language:
Page 547, line 52, strike “$108,543,337” and insert “$108,608,337”.
Page 548, line 1, strike “$108,543,337” and insert “$108,608,337”.
Page 548, line 8, strike “$108,543,337” and insert “$108,608,337”.
Page 548, line 18, strike “$108,543,337” and insert “$108,608,337”.
Page 548, after line 50, insert:
“Southwest Virginia Higher Education Center (948)
Construct Building Expansion and Replace Generator (18126)”.
Explanation:
(This amendment provides equipment funding for Southwest Virginia
Higher Education Center (SWVHEC). The center is nearing completion of a capital
project to expand its facility and requires funding to cover the furniture,
furnishings and equipment (FF&E) costs associated with this expansion.)
Amendment 132: Unallot general
fund support for planning
Item C-66
Central Appropriations
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Central Capital Outlay
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Language
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Language:
Page 550, after line 10, insert:
“H. Notwithstanding the provisions set forth in this Act, the
general fund amounts appropriated in this Item shall be immediately unallotted
upon enactment of these appropriations. Any language associated with these
amounts shall not be applicable. Any amounts referenced within any other Items
of this Act that reflect or include the general fund amounts included within
this Item shall have no effect. These amounts shall remain unallotted until
re-enacted by the General Assembly after acceptance of a revenue forecast that
confirms the revenues estimated within this Act. “
Explanation:
(Unallots general fund amounts for capital outlay planning pending
the assessment of the impact of a potential general fund revenue shortfall
caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 133: Unallot funding
for Virginia Beach project
Item C-72.10
Central Appropriations
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Central Capital Outlay
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Language
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Language:
Page 555, after line 17, insert:
“B. Notwithstanding the provisions set forth in this Act, the
general fund amounts appropriated in this Item shall be immediately unallotted
upon enactment of these appropriations. Any language associated with these
amounts shall not be applicable. Any amounts referenced within any other Items
of this Act that reflect or include the general fund amounts included within
this Item shall have no effect. These amounts shall remain unallotted until
re-enacted by the General Assembly after acceptance of a revenue forecast that
confirms the revenues estimated within this Act. “
Explanation:
(Unallots funding for Nimmo Parkway Phase VII-B project pending the
assessment of the impact of a potential general fund revenue shortfall caused
by the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 134: Amend language to
allow transfer of FEMA reimbursements for COVID-19 response to the general
fund
Item 3-1.01
Transfers
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Interfund Transfers
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Language
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Language:
Page 568, line 6, strike “balance” and insert: “balances”
Page 568, line 7, after “(Fund 02460)”, insert: “and Covid-19
Addtnl State Funding (Fund 02019)”
Explanation:
(This amendment directs the State Comptroller to transfer to the
general fund portion of the balance of Covid-19 Addtnl State Funding (Fund
02019) received as a federal cost recovery by the Virginia Department of
Emergency Management at the end of each fiscal year.)
Amendment 135: Allow higher
education institutions flexibility with auxiliary indirect cost recoveries
Item 3-4.01
Auxiliary Enterprises and Sponsored Programs in
Institutions of Higher Education
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Auxiliary Enterprise Investment Yields
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Language
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Language:
Page 570, after line 34, insert:
“3. Institutions of higher education shall have the authority to
reduce the recovery of the full indirect cost of auxiliary enterprise programs
to the educational and general program for the 2020-2022 biennium as a result
of the significant financial impact on auxiliary enterprise programs caused by
the COVID-19 pandemic.”
Explanation:
(This amendment adds language allowing institutions of higher
education flexibility from recovering 100 percent of calculated indirect cost
recoveries to educational and general academic activities. This will help the
institutions reduce the hit against their auxiliary cash balances. With higher
education institutions closing dormitory, parking and dining operations due to
COVID-19, students and parents are expecting refunds for the balance of the
semester. Some higher education institutions’ auxiliary cash balances could be
challenged to address these refunds.)
Amendment 136: Abatement of
interest for deferred tax payments
Item 3-5.22
Adjustments and Modifications To Tax Collections
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Coronavirus Disease 2019 Administrative Tax Relief
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Language
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Language:
Page 576, after line 36, insert:
Ҥ 3-5.22 CORONAVIRUS DISEASE 2019 ADMINISTRATIVE TAX RELIEF
A. Any income tax payments originally due during the period from
April 1, 2020 to June 1, 2020 may be submitted to the Department of Taxation
without the accrual of interest as would otherwise be required for late
payments pursuant to Chapter 3 of Title 58.1, provided that full payment is
made on or before June 1, 2020. For purposes of this section, “income tax
payment” means any payment required to be made with a return filed pursuant to
§§ 58.1-341, 58.1-381, and 58.1-441; any payment required to be made with
respect to an election to file an extension of time within which to file such a
return; any payment of estimated tax required pursuant to Article 19 and
Article 20 of Chapter 3 of Title 58.1; and any payment of consumer use tax made
with a return filed pursuant to § 58.1-341.
B. The Department shall waive interest as otherwise required for
late payments pursuant to Chapter 6 of Title 58.1 on any sales tax payment
originally due March 20, 2020 for which a waiver of penalty was granted by the
Department of Taxation, provided that such payment is submitted to the
Department of Taxation on or before April 20, 2020.”
Explanation:
(This amendment adds language that abates interest penalties for
delayed filing caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 137: Allow
policy-making boards to meet virtually during emergency declarations
Item 4-0.01
Operating Policies
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Operating Policies
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Language
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Language:
Page 578, after line 26, insert:
“g. Notwithstanding any other provision of law, any public body,
including any state, local, regional, or regulatory body, or a governing board
as defined in § 54.1-2345 of the Code of Virginia may meet by electronic
communication means without a quorum of the public body or any member of the
governing board physically assembled at one location when the Governor has
declared a state of emergency in accordance with § 44-146.17, provided that (i)
the nature of the declared emergency makes it impracticable or unsafe for the
public body or governing board to assemble in a single location; (ii) the
purpose of meeting is to discuss or transact the business statutorily required
or necessary to continue operations of the public body or common interest
community association as defined in § 54.1-2345 of the Code of Virginia and the
discharge of its lawful purposes, duties, and responsibilities; (iii) a public
body shall make available a recording or transcript of the meeting on its
website in accordance with the timeframes established in §§ 2.2-3707 and
2.2-3707.1 of the Code of Virginia; and (iv) the governing board shall
distribute minutes of a meeting held pursuant to this subdivision to common
interest community association members by the same method used to provide
notice of the meeting.
A public body or governing board convening a meeting in accordance
with this subdivision shall:
1. Give notice to the public or common interest community
association members using the best available method given the nature of the emergency,
which notice shall be given contemporaneously with the notice provided to
members of the public body or governing board conducting the meeting;
2. Make arrangements for public access or common interest community
association members access to such meeting through electronic means including,
to the extent practicable, videoconferencing technology. If the means of
communication allows, provide the public or common interest community
association members with an opportunity to comment; and
3. Public bodies must otherwise comply with the provisions of §
2.2-3708.2 of the Code of Virginia.
The nature of the emergency, the fact that the meeting was held by
electronic communication means, and the type of electronic communication means
by which the meeting was held shall be stated in the minutes of the public body
or governing board.”
Explanation:
(This amendment provides authority for public bodies, including
agencies, boards, and common interest communities to conduct electronic
meetings during a declared state of emergency when it is impracticable or
unsafe to assemble a quorum in a single location.)
Amendment 138: Provide authority
to withhold spending to address an imbalance between projected general fund
resources and appropriations resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic
Item 4-1.02
Appropriations
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Withholding of Spending Authority
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Language
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Language:
Page 581, after line 10, insert:
“12. Notwithstanding the 15 percent limits on withholding of
appropriations set forth in paragraphs 6a and 7 above, the Governor may
withhold and unallot any amounts appropriated within this act that are
necessary to address an imbalance between projected general fund resources and
appropriations that arise from an increase in general fund costs and/or a reduction
in general fund revenues associated with the COVID-19 pandemic.”
Explanation:
(This amendment provides authority for the Governor to withhold and
unallot more than 15 percent of any amounts appropriated in order to address an
imbalance between projected general fund resources and appropriations that is
the result of increased spending and/or the loss of revenue due to the COVID-19
pandemic.)
Amendment 139: Increase higher
education institutional reserve amount
Item 4-1.05
Appropriations
|
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Reversion of Appropriations and Reappropriations
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Language
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Language:
Page 584, line 3, strike “three” and insert "six".
Explanation:
(This amendment increases the
percentage of educational and general unexpended balances that institutions are
authorized to carry forward as a reserve, to be available during times of
revenue challenges as is presently being experienced due to COVID-19.)
Amendment 140: Provide authority
for agencies to solicit and accept donations, gifts, grants, and contracts that
support the response to the COVID-19 pandemic
Item 4-2.01
Revenues
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Nongeneral Fund Revenue
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Language
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Language:
Page 585, line 20, after “1.”, insert, “a)”
Page 585, after line 26, insert:
“b) The limits on solicitation and acceptance of donations, gifts,
grants, and contracts stated in paragraph 1.a) above shall not apply to
donations, gifts, grants, and contracts associated with support and/or response
to the needs and impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic provided that acceptance of
such does not create any ongoing commitments against general or nongeneral fund
resources of the Commonwealth.”
Explanation:
(This amendment provides authority for
agencies to solicit and/or accept donations, gifts, grants, and contracts
needed to respond to the direct and indirect impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Amendment 141: Provide authority
for agencies to alter or change cost factors to respond to COVID-19
Item 4-5.03
Special Conditions and Restrictions on Expenditures
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Services and Clients
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Language
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Language:
Page 601, line 37, after “1.”, insert, “a)”
Page 601, after line 40, insert:
“b) The limits on altering or changing cost factors stated in
paragraph 1.a) above shall not apply to changes associated with implementing
and/or altering services in response to COVID-19 when funding is provided from
a nongeneral fund source dedicated to addressing the impact of COVID-19 or from
any source when specifically approved by the Governor in response to the
COVID-19 pandemic.”
Explanation:
(This amendment provides authority for agencies to alter or change
cost factors in response to the direct and indirect impacts of the COVID-19
pandemic.)
Amendment 142: Provide authority
for agencies to establish new services to respond to COVID-19
Item 4-5.03
Special Conditions and Restrictions on Expenditures
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Language
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Language:
Page 602, line 20, after “1.”, insert, “a)”
Page 602, after line 22, insert:
“b) The limits on establishing new services stated in paragraph
1.a) above shall not apply to new services established to respond to COVID-19
when funding is provided from a nongeneral fund source dedicated to addressing
the impact of COVID-19 or from any source when specifically approved by the
Governor in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.”
Explanation:
(This amendment provides authority for agencies to establish
services needed to respond to the direct and indirect impacts of the COVID-19
pandemic.)
Amendment 143: Provide
flexibility on reporting deadlines during declared disasters
Item 4-8.01
Reporting Requirements
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Governor
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Language:
Page 623, after line 31, insert:
"4. a) Notwithstanding any other provision of law or of any
provision of this Act, the Governor may delay or defer the submission of any
report or study that is required by the Code of Virginia or by this Act of a
state entity, including agencies, boards, commissions, and authorities, and
that is due prior to June 30, 2021, if in the opinion of the Governor, meeting
the reporting deadline is either not possible or is impractical due to impacts
of the COVID-19 pandemic on the reporting entity. Reporting entities seeking
approval of the Governor to grant such a delay must submit a written request to
the Governor no less than 30 days prior to the reporting deadline. Upon
receiving approval from the Governor, the reporting entity shall provide the
parties designated to receive the report with notice of an approved delay. This
notice shall be in lieu of the required report until such time as the required
report is submitted. Any report receiving approval for delayed submission shall
be submitted as soon as the reporting entity can resume normal business
operations and can complete the work necessary to compile the report; however,
no report shall be submitted later than 12 months from the original reporting
requirement.
b) The Governor may establish guidelines for the submission and
approval process described in paragraph a) above."
Explanation:
(This amendment provides authority for the Governor to temporarily
suspend reporting requirements for reporting entities impacted by the COVID-19
pandemic.)
Amendment 144: Authorize
temporary borrowing
Item 4-14
Effective Date
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Effective Date
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Language:
Page 634, after line 34 insert:
“5. a. In anticipation of the collection of taxes and revenues
of the Commonwealth, for fiscal years 2021 and 2022, the Treasury Board is
hereby authorized, by and with the consent of the Governor, to sell and issue,
pursuant to Article X, Section 9 (a)(2) of the Constitution of Virginia, as the
case may be, at one time or from time to time, tax and revenue anticipation
notes (“9(a)(2) Notes”) of the Commonwealth, including 9(a)(2) Notes issued as
commercial paper. The proceeds of such 9(a)(2) Notes, excluding amounts needed
to fund issuance costs, reserve funds, and other financing expenses, shall be
used exclusively for the purpose of providing funds, together with any other
available funds, to help manage the cash flow impact of actual or potential
reductions of tax and other revenues or increases in expenses related to or
resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic, and including the payment of operating
expenses incurred or to be incurred in anticipation of the collection of taxes
and revenues by the Commonwealth.
b. In addition, in anticipation of the collection of taxes and
revenues of the Commonwealth, and its counties, cities and towns, for fiscal
years 2021 and 2022, the Treasury Board is hereby authorized, by and with the
consent of the Governor, to sell and issue, pursuant to Article X, Section 9
(d) of the Constitution of Virginia, as the case may be, at one time or from
time to time, tax and revenue anticipation notes of the Commonwealth (“9(d)
Notes” and together with the 9(a)(2) Notes authorized in the foregoing
paragraph, “Notes”)), including 9(d) Notes issued as commercial paper. The
proceeds of such 9(d) Notes, excluding amounts needed to fund issuance costs,
reserve funds, and other financing expenses, shall be used exclusively for the
purpose of providing funds, together with any other available funds, to help
manage the cash flow impact of actual or potential reductions of tax and other
revenues or increases in expenses related to or resulting from the COVID-19
pandemic, and including the payment of operating expenses incurred or to be
incurred in anticipation of the collection of taxes and revenues by the
Commonwealth and its counties, cities and towns, and to purchase or acquire
similar notes issued by, or otherwise to assist, cities, counties and towns of
the Commonwealth for such purpose. The Governor is authorized to select the
counties, cities and towns to participate in the undertakings authorized
hereunder and direct the distribution of 9(d) Note proceeds to the particular
counties, cities and town, and shall, after consultation with all interested
parties, develop a guidance document governing eligibility and priority
criteria.
c. The Treasury Board is authorized to issue Notes hereunder in
an aggregate principal amount not exceeding $500,000,000 for the benefit of the
Commonwealth and in an aggregate principal amount not exceeding $250,000,000
for the benefit of counties, cities and towns, plus in either case amounts
needed to fund issuance costs, reserve funds, capitalized interest, and other
financing expenses.
d. 9(a)(2) Notes shall mature at such time or times within
twelve months from their date or dates, and 9(d) Notes shall mature at such
time or times not exceeding two years from their date or dates.
e. The full faith and credit of the Commonwealth shall be
pledged to any 9(a)(2) Notes issued under the provisions of this Item. 9(d)
Notes issued under the provisions of this item shall not be deemed to
constitute a debt of the Commonwealth of Virginia or a pledge of the full faith
and credit of the Commonwealth, but such obligations shall be payable solely,
subject to appropriation by the General Assembly, from amounts appropriated
from time to time by the General Assembly and from amounts paid by counties,
cities and towns that issue bonds, notes or obligations with respect to this
Item. There is hereby appropriated a sum sufficient to the Treasury Board for
the purpose of paying the debt service on the Notes.
f. The Virginia Resources Authority is authorized to purchase
and acquire through proceeds of 9(d) Notes bonds, notes or obligations of
counties, cities and towns of the Commonwealth issued for the purposes
authorized hereunder and establish the interest rates and repayment terms of
such bonds, notes or obligations in accordance with a memorandum of agreement
with the Treasury Board and the Authority shall recover its reasonable costs
and expenses for doing so from the proceeds of such Notes and for its role in
the administration and management of such proceeds.
g. Each county, city, and town is hereby authorized to issue
bonds, notes or obligations for the purposes set forth in paragraph (b) above.
The authority of any county, city, and town to contract and to issue bonds,
notes or obligations pursuant to such authorization is in addition to any
existing authority to contract and issue bonds, notes or obligations, anything
in the laws of the Commonwealth, including any local charter, to the contrary
notwithstanding. The provisions of Virginia Code § 15.2-2659 and § 62.1-216.1
shall apply, mutatis mutandis, with respect to any bond, note or obligation
issued by a county, city or town hereunder.
h. The proceeds, including any premium, of the Notes shall be
deposited in a special account in the state treasury and, together with the
investment income thereon, shall be disbursed by the State Treasurer from time
to time for paying all or any part of the expenses or undertakings as set forth
in paragraphs (a) and (b) above. The Notes shall be dated and may be made
redeemable before their maturity or maturities at such price or prices or
within such price parameters, all as may be determined by the Treasury Board,
by and with the consent of the Governor, and shall be in such form, shall bear
interest at such rate or rates, either at fixed rates or at rates established
by formula or other method, and may contain such other provisions, all as
determined by the Treasury Board or, when authorized by the Treasury Board, the
State Treasurer. The principal of and premium, if any, and the interest on
Notes shall be payable in lawful money of the United States of America. Notes
may be certificated or uncertificated as determined by the Treasury Board. The
Treasury Board may contract for services of such registrars, transfer agents,
or other authenticating agents as it deems appropriate to maintain a record of
the persons entitled to the Notes. Notes issued in certificated form may be
issued under a system of book entry for recording the ownership and transfer of
ownership of rights to receive payments on the Notes. The Treasury Board shall
fix the authorized denomination or denominations of the Notes and the place or
places of payment of certificated Notes, which may be at the Office of the
State Treasurer or at any bank or trust company within or without the
Commonwealth. The Treasury Board may sell Notes in such manner, by competitive
bidding, negotiated sale, or private placement with private lenders or
governmental agencies, and for such price or within such price parameters as it
may determine, by and with the consent of the Governor, to be in the best
interest of the Commonwealth. In the discretion of the Treasury Board, Notes
may be issued at one time or from time to time. Certificated Notes shall be
signed on behalf of the Commonwealth by the Governor and by the State
Treasurer, or shall bear their facsimile signatures, and shall bear the lesser
seal of the Commonwealth or a facsimile thereof. If the Notes bear the
facsimile signature of the State Treasurer, they shall be signed by such
administrative assistant as the State Treasurer shall determine or by such
registrar or paying agent as may be designated to sign them by the Treasury
Board. If any officer whose signature or facsimile signature appears on any
Notes ceases to be such officer before delivery, such signature or facsimile
signature shall nevertheless be valid and sufficient for all purposes the same
as if such officer had remained in office until such delivery, and any Note may
bear the facsimile signature of, or may be signed by, such persons as at the
actual time of execution are the proper officers to sign such Note, although at
the date of such Note, such persons may not have been such officers.
i. The Treasury Board is authorized to create debt service and
sinking funds for the payments of the principal of, premium, if any, and
interest on the Notes and other funds or reserves desirable or required by any
purchaser. Pending the application of the proceeds of the Notes to the purpose
for which they have been authorized and the application of funds set aside for
the purpose to the payment of Notes, they may be invested by the State Treasurer
in securities that are legal investments under the laws of the Commonwealth for
public funds and sinking funds, as the case may be. Whenever the State
Treasurer receives interest from the investment of the proceeds of Notes, such
interest shall become a part of the principal of the Notes and shall be used in
the same manner as required for principal of the Notes.”
Page 634, line 35, strike “5” and insert “6”.
Page 634, line 35, strike “and third” and insert “third, and
fifth”.
Page 634, line 36, strike “6” and insert “7”.
Explanation:
(This amendment authorizes the use of temporary borrowing to ensure
liquidity.)