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signed · Arkansas · Senate Apr 27, 2026

SB 2: AN ACT FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION - ASSESSMENT COORDINATION DIVISION APPROPRIATION FOR THE 2026-2027 FISCAL YEAR.

This bill provides additional funding for the Assessment Coordination Division within Arkansas's Department of Finance and Administration for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. It directly affects the state agency responsible for coordinating property assessments by increasing its budget from $872,240 to $972,240 and raising the total appropriation for the department by $100,000. The legislation is a procedural measure that allocates specific financial resources to support the division's operations without changing its underlying duties or authority. Once enacted, the bill becomes Act 74, authorizing the transfer of these funds to the designated government entity.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly increases funding for a state department by $100,000, directly supporting government operations and fiscal management.90% confidence
signed · Arkansas · Senate Apr 27, 2026

SB 66: AN ACT FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF SHARED ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES - BUILDING AUTHORITY DIVISION REAPPROPRIATION.

This bill reappropriates specific funds to the Arkansas Department of Shared Administrative Services' Building Authority Division for ongoing state building projects. The legislation allocates money from previous fiscal years to cover the completion of hydronic piping abatement at a state-owned facility and various maintenance and repair tasks across other state properties. It includes standard financial controls to ensure contracts do not exceed available funds and that these capital funds are not mixed with general operating budgets. The act is designated as an emergency measure to allow the spending to begin on July 1, 2026, complying with state constitutional limits on how long appropriations can remain unspent.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill reappropriates funds to complete state building projects and maintenance, directly advancing fiscal management and funding for public infrastructure.90% confidence
signed · Arkansas · Senate Apr 27, 2026

SB 42: AN ACT FOR THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS FOR MEDICAL SCIENCES APPROPRIATION FOR THE 2026-2027 FISCAL YEAR.

Senate Bill 42, now Act 80, allocates state funding for the 2026-2027 fiscal year to the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. The legislation establishes specific salary rates and maximum employee counts for various administrative, medical, and technical positions within the institution. By defining these staffing levels and compensation caps, the bill directly impacts the university's budget and human resources management for the upcoming year.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates state funding for the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, directly advancing the budget topic by providing financial resources for the fiscal year.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill allocates state funding and defines staffing levels for a major medical sciences university, directly supporting healthcare infrastructure and services.90% confidence
passed · Arkansas · House Apr 23, 2026

HR 1037: TO PROCLAIM APRIL 21, 2026, AS ARKANSAS LINEWORKER APPRECIATION DAY AT THE STATE CAPITOL AND TO COMMEND THE MEN AND WOMEN WHO SERVE ARKANSAS AS UTILITY LINEWORKERS.

This bill designates April 21, 2026, as Arkansas Lineworker Appreciation Day at the State Capitol. It formally recognizes utility lineworkers who maintain electric, telephone, and cable infrastructure across the state. The resolution serves as a commemorative acknowledgment of their service and safety risks without altering existing laws or policies.
Shad Pearce (R) · 1 co-sponsor
passed · Arkansas · House Apr 23, 2026

HR 1036: TO COMMEMORATE THE CENTENNIAL OF THE JUNIOR LEAGUE OF TEXARKANA, INC. ON MAY 19, 2026.

This bill is a House resolution that formally recognizes the Junior League of Texarkana, Inc. for its 100-year history of community service in the Texarkana area. It honors the organization's past charitable work, such as establishing free dental clinics and supporting local hospitals, and officially marks its centennial celebration scheduled for May 19, 2026. Upon passing, the resolution will be sent to the league's leadership as a symbolic gesture of appreciation from the Arkansas House of Representatives.
Carol Dalby (R)
signed · Arkansas · Senate Apr 23, 2026

SB 38: AN ACT FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS APPROPRIATION FOR THE 2026-2027 FISCAL YEAR.

This bill provides funding for the Arkansas Department of Veterans Affairs for the 2026-2027 fiscal year, covering both state operations and veterans' homes. It authorizes the hiring of up to 305 regular employees and allows for an additional 30 temporary or part-time staff members to assist with daily operations. The legislation appropriates approximately $2.6 million for state-level activities and over $11 million for veterans' homes, including salaries, operating expenses, and support for county veterans' service offices.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly appropriates funding for the Department of Veterans Affairs, increasing resources for state operations and veterans' homes.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill explicitly appropriates funding for the Department of Veterans Affairs and veterans' homes, expanding staffing and operations.95% confidence
signed · Arkansas · Senate Apr 23, 2026

SB 45: AN ACT FOR THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS AT MONTICELLO APPROPRIATION FOR THE 2026-2027 FISCAL YEAR.

Senate Bill 45 authorizes state funding for the University of Arkansas at Monticello for the 2026-2027 fiscal year to cover employee salaries and operating expenses. The law establishes specific maximum numbers and salary rates for various administrative and educational positions, including leadership roles like the Chancellor and numerous IT and support staff. Once signed into law, the bill becomes Act 19 and provides the financial resources necessary for the university to maintain its operations and personnel for the upcoming year.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly authorizes state funding for university salaries and operating expenses, directly advancing the budget topic.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill provides state funding for university salaries and operating expenses, directly supporting higher education.95% confidence
signed · Arkansas · Senate Apr 23, 2026

SB 54: AN ACT FOR THE OFFICE OF THE PROSECUTOR COORDINATOR APPROPRIATION FOR THE 2026-2027 FISCAL YEAR.

This act authorizes funding for the Office of the Prosecutor Coordinator in Arkansas for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. It allocates approximately $1.52 million for salaries, benefits, and operational expenses to support the office's core staff, which includes prosecutors, attorneys, and administrative personnel. The legislation also provides $606,461 specifically for the "Paws for Justice" state program to employ certified dog handlers and a coordinator. Additionally, the bill funds $70,660 for law enforcement and prosecutor drug enforcement training and $88,881 for student loan repayment assistance for eligible public defenders and deputy prosecuting attorneys.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly allocates $1.52M to fund the Office of the Prosecutor Coordinator and related programs, directly advancing state budget appropriations for public services.95% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill provides funding for the Office of the Prosecutor Coordinator and specific justice programs like 'Paws for Justice', directly supporting criminal justice operations.90% confidence
passed · Arkansas · House Apr 23, 2026

HR 1033: TO RECOGNIZE THE PARKVIEW ARTS AND SCIENCES MAGNET HIGH SCHOOL PATRIOTS BOYS' BASKETBALL TEAM AS THE 2026 CLASS 5A STATE CHAMPIONS.

This bill is a House Resolution that formally recognizes the Parkview Arts and Sciences Magnet High School Patriots boys' basketball team as the 2026 Class 5A state champions. It honors the team's remarkable season turnaround and specific achievements, such as their overtime victory and the leadership of Head Coach Jason Harrison and key players. The resolution does not change laws or policies but serves as an official acknowledgment, with a copy of the document to be presented to the head coach.
Fred Allen (D)
signed · Arkansas · Senate Apr 23, 2026

SB 35: AN ACT FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS - POST-PRISON TRANSFER BOARD APPROPRIATION FOR THE 2026-2027 FISCAL YEAR.

This bill authorizes funding for the Arkansas Department of Corrections' Post-Prison Transfer Board for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. It allocates approximately $2.47 million to cover salaries for 21 staff members, including a board chair, hearing officers, and administrative support, as well as general operating expenses like travel and maintenance. The legislation ensures the board can continue its work in managing post-release transfers and related services without interruption. It also declares an emergency to guarantee the funds are available starting July 1, 2026, to prevent harm to essential government operations.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly allocates $2.47M to fund essential corrections services, directly advancing the budget topic.95% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill funds the Post-Prison Transfer Board, which manages post-release transfers and services, directly supporting corrections and reentry efforts.85% confidence
signed · Arkansas · Senate Apr 23, 2026

SB 33: AN ACT FOR THE BUREAU OF LEGISLATIVE RESEARCH AND THE LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL APPROPRIATION FOR THE 2026-2027 FISCAL YEAR.

This bill appropriates $22.5 million for the 2026-2027 fiscal year to fund the Arkansas Bureau of Legislative Research and the Legislative Council. The legislation authorizes the hiring of up to 134 regular employees and 31 temporary or part-time staff to support legislative operations, research, and committee services. Funds are allocated for salaries, operating expenses, committee room costs, and reimbursement for state representatives attending committee meetings.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly appropriates $22.5M to fund legislative operations, directly advancing the Budget topic by increasing government spending.95% confidence
passed · Arkansas · House Apr 23, 2026

HR 1026: TO RECOGNIZE THE MANSFIELD HIGH SCHOOL TIGERS AS THE 2025 CLASS 3A FOOTBALL STATE CHAMPIONS.

This bill is a House Resolution that formally recognizes the Mansfield High School Tigers football team as the 2025 Class 3A state champions of Arkansas. The resolution highlights the team's historic achievements, including their first-ever state title, a perfect 14-0 season, and setting multiple state records for points scored and rushing yards. It also lists the names of the players, coaches, trainers, and managers who contributed to the team's success. Upon adoption, a copy of the resolution will be presented to the team's head coach by the Chief Clerk of the House of Representatives.
Marcus Richmond (R)
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