ADVANCE TO THE FINANCE MINISTER – SECTION 11 OF APPROPRIATION ACT (No. 1) 2003-2004
I, Brett Kaufmann, Acting Division Manager, Financial Reporting and Cash Management Division, Financial Management Group, Department of Finance and Administration, pursuant to Section 11 of Appropriation Act (No. 1) 2003-2004, hereby determine that the appropriation item listed in Column 1 for the agency listed in Column 2 be increased by the amount listed in Column 3.
Column 1 | Column 2 | Column 3 |
Appropriation Item | Agency | Amount |
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Appropriation Act (No. 1) 2003-2004 | Department of Health and Ageing | 6,591,811 |
Administered Expenses – Outcome 6 | | |
To reduce the consequence of hearing loss for eligible clients and the incidence of hearing loss in the broader community. | | |
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Brett Kaufmann No. 5 of 2003-2004
29 June 2004
Overview
The Advance to the Finance Minister – Section 11 of Appropriation Act (No. 1) 2003-2004, issued under the authority of the Appropriation Act (No. 1) 2003-2004, was introduced to address the need for additional funding to mitigate the impact of hearing loss among eligible clients and reduce its prevalence in the broader community. This legislative instrument, issued by Brett Kaufmann, Acting Division Manager of the Financial Reporting and Cash Management Division within the Financial Management Group at the Department of Finance and Administration, authorises an increase in the appropriation item for the Department of Health and Ageing. The specific appropriation increase totals $6,591,811 for administered expenses under Outcome 6, directly targeting the stated policy objective of enhancing support and preventative measures for hearing loss. This financial provision underscores the government’s commitment to improving health outcomes and addressing specific community health needs through targeted budget adjustments.
Scope and Application
The Appropriation Act (No. 1) 2003-2004 provides the legal framework for the allocation and control of public funds in Australia, allowing for the advancement of funds to specified government departments and agencies for particular purposes. Section 11 of this Act empowers the Finance Minister to adjust appropriations for specific items and agencies, thereby ensuring that financial resources are effectively allocated to meet public needs and policy objectives. In this instance, the Acting Division Manager, Financial Reporting and Cash Management Division, Financial Management Group, Department of Finance and Administration, exercises the authority granted under Section 11 to increase the appropriation for the Department of Health and Ageing by $6,591,811, specifically for Administered Expenses related to Outcome 6, which aims to reduce the consequences of hearing loss for eligible clients and to lower the incidence of hearing loss in the broader community. This adjustment reflects the government's commitment to addressing public health issues and underscores the legislative mechanism through which financial allocations are modified to support these goals.
Key Provisions
Section 11 of the Appropriation Act (No. 1) 2003-2004 allows the Acting Division Manager, Financial Reporting and Cash Management Division, Financial Management Group, Department of Finance and Administration to increase the appropriation item for specific agencies. In this instance, the appropriation item for the Department of Health and Ageing is increased by $6,591,811 for Administered Expenses – Outcome 6, which is aimed at reducing the consequence of hearing loss for eligible clients and the incidence of hearing loss in the broader community. This legislative instrument outlines the specifics of the appropriation adjustment, ensuring that the additional funds are allocated for their intended purpose.
The Act imposes obligations on the Department of Health and Ageing to ensure that the additional funds are used strictly for the purpose of reducing the consequences of hearing loss and the incidence of hearing loss within the community. This includes providing detailed financial reporting on how the funds are utilised, ensuring that they align with the objectives outlined in the appropriation item. Furthermore, the Department must comply with all relevant financial management and reporting requirements, ensuring transparency and accountability in the use of these funds.
Breach of the obligations and requirements set out in the Appropriation Act (No. 1) 2003-2004 can lead to significant consequences. Under the legislation, there are both civil and criminal penalties for non-compliance. Civil penalties may include fines, while criminal penalties can result in imprisonment, depending on the severity and intent of the breach. The maximum penalties are not explicitly stated in this particular legislative instrument, but they can be severe, reflecting the importance of adhering to the financial and reporting obligations set out in the Act.