Thank you. Yes, this is a regular practice. If there is a surplus in a fiscal year in an area, whether it's capital or O and M and there is no need for it, it would go back into general revenue, but if there is a surplus and we've identified a need that is considered to be an emergency, then that money could be used for this sort of situation. What we are doing here is consistent with practice and our rules.
Joe Handley on Bill 11: Supplementary Appropriation Act, No. 3, 2002-2003
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Bill 11: Supplementary Appropriation Act, No. 3, 2002-2003
Item 19: Consideration In Committee Of The Whole Of Bills And Other Matters
March 12th, 2003
Page 737
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