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SB 3200

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to the Town of Oakland for water pump repairs or replacements.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Ben Suber

SB 3200 would authorize a FY2026 General Fund appropriation to Oakland for water pump repairs/replacements, aiming to boost water reliability for residents; it died in committee.

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Bill Summary · SB 3200

Summary of SB 3200

Overview

SB 3200 proposes a General Fund appropriation for Fiscal Year 2026 to the Town of Oakland specifically for water pump repairs or replacements. The bill is currently listed as “Died In Committee.” It was introduced on February 26, 2025, and on the same day was referred to the Appropriations committee before dying in committee.

Purpose and Intent

  • The main purpose is to provide a targeted funding allocation from the General Fund to support improvements to the Town of Oakland’s water infrastructure, focusing on repairs or replacements of water pumps.
  • The intent is to help ensure reliable water service by funding essential pump-related infrastructure projects in Oakland for FY2026.

Key Provisions (as indicated by title and status)

  • Authorizes a FY2026 appropriation from the General Fund to the Town of Oakland.
  • Allocation is designated for water pump repairs or replacements.
  • Specific dollar amounts, project scope, conditions, oversight, and reporting requirements are not provided in the available information.

Fiscal Implications

  • A one-year appropriation from the General Fund to the Town of Oakland’s water infrastructure needs.
  • The exact dollar amount is not disclosed in the provided information.
  • If enacted, the funds would be disbursed for the stated purpose in FY2026; otherwise, no General Fund expenditure specific to this purpose would occur under this bill.

Affected Parties

  • Town of Oakland (recipient of the appropriation for water pump repairs/replacements).
  • Local residents and customers relying on Oakland’s water system (as improved pump infrastructure could affect water reliability and service).

Procedural History and Timeline

  • Introduced: February 26, 2025.
  • 2025-02-26: Referred to Appropriations.
  • 2025-02-26: Died in Committee (i.e., the bill did not advance to the full chamber for consideration).

Status and Next Steps

  • Status: Died In Committee.
  • Next steps (if pursued in the future): The sponsor could reintroduce the measure in a future session, seek to incorporate the funding into a broader budget or capital bill, or pursue a separate appropriation bill with updated language, amounts, and conditions. Any reintroduction would require passage through the committee and floor votes similarly to other appropriations bills.

Notes

  • The available information does not include the proposed appropriation amount, matching requirements (if any), project timelines, or reporting/oversight provisions.
  • This summary reflects the bill’s stated scope and status based on the information provided.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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