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signed · Arkansas · House Apr 22, 2026

HB 1045: AN ACT FOR THE COMMISSIONER OF STATE LANDS APPROPRIATION FOR THE 2026-2027 FISCAL YEAR.

This bill authorizes funding for the Arkansas Commissioner of State Lands for the 2026-2027 fiscal year, covering staff salaries, operations, and specific land management activities. It establishes a maximum workforce of 42 regular employees with designated salary rates and allows for up to five temporary or part-time workers as needed. The legislation appropriates approximately $4.4 million for general office operations and an additional $32.3 million to handle expenses related to selling or redeeming tax delinquent land. Furthermore, it allocates funds for managing submerged lands and covers capital outlay costs totaling $267,800 for the fiscal year.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly appropriates $4.4M and $32.3M to fund the Commissioner of State Lands, directly advancing the budget topic by allocating resources for government operations.95% confidence
signed · Arkansas · House Apr 22, 2026

HB 1069: AN ACT FOR THE OZARKA COLLEGE APPROPRIATION FOR THE 2026-2027 FISCAL YEAR.

HB 1069 authorizes funding for Ozarka College for the 2026-2027 fiscal year, specifically establishing the maximum number of regular employees and their corresponding salary rates. The bill details positions across various departments, including educational administration, information technology, public safety, and financial services, with salary caps ranging from approximately $40,000 to over $214,000. Once enacted, this legislation sets the official personnel budget limits for the college, allowing it to hire staff up to these specified numbers and pay rates without exceeding the allocated funds.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly authorizes funding and sets salary limits for college employees, directly advancing the budget topic.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill provides specific funding and salary caps for college employees, directly supporting educational operations.90% confidence
signed · Arkansas · House Apr 22, 2026

HB 1074: AN ACT FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENT - OIL AND GAS COMMISSION APPROPRIATION FOR THE 2026-2027 FISCAL YEAR.

This bill, now Act 61, provides funding for the Arkansas Department of Energy and Environment's Oil and Gas Commission and Office of the State Geologist for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. It authorizes the hiring of specific numbers of full-time and temporary employees, including geologists, inspectors, and administrative staff, to carry out their duties. The legislation appropriates approximately $4.7 million for salaries, operations, and maintenance, while also allocating $12.5 million from a dedicated fund for well plugging expenses related to abandoned or orphaned wells. Additionally, the bill sets aside $200,000 for refunds and reimbursements to the commission.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly appropriates funding for state agencies, advancing budget allocation for essential services.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill provides funding and staffing for the Oil and Gas Commission and State Geologist, directly supporting energy infrastructure and oversight.90% confidence
signed · Arkansas · House Apr 22, 2026

HB 1056: AN ACT FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION - MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. COMMISSION APPROPRIATION FOR THE 2026-2027 FISCAL YEAR.

HB 1056 provides funding for the Arkansas Department of Education's Martin Luther King, Jr. Commission for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The bill authorizes the hiring of four full-time staff members and allows for additional temporary or part-time workers when needed. It allocates approximately $475,000 in total for salaries, operating expenses, travel, and other costs to support the commission's activities.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly appropriates $475,000 to fund the MLK Commission, directly advancing state budget allocations for public programs.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill allocates $475,000 to fund the MLK Commission, hiring staff and covering operational costs to support educational initiatives.85% confidence
signed · Arkansas · House Apr 22, 2026

HB 1075: AN ACT FOR THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS AND THE DIVISION OF AGRICULTURE - ARKANSAS BIOSCIENCES INSTITUTES APPROPRIATION FOR THE 2026-2027 FISCAL YEAR.

HB 1075 allocates state funding for the 2026-2027 fiscal year to support the University of Arkansas and the Division of Agriculture - Arkansas Biosciences Institutes. The bill provides approximately $4.8 million in total appropriations, covering salaries, operating expenses, and capital outlays, with funds drawn from the Tobacco Settlement Program Fund. It includes specific rules on how the money can be transferred between budget categories and clarifies that state funds cannot replace Tobacco Settlement funds if those funds expire.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates $4.8M state funding for university biosciences institutes, directly advancing government spending and fiscal management for public programs.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill allocates $4.8M in state funding to the University of Arkansas, directly supporting higher education operations and infrastructure.90% confidence
signed · Arkansas · House Apr 22, 2026

HB 1040: AN ACT FOR THE STATE DEPARTMENT FOR SOCIAL SECURITY ADMINISTRATION DISABILITY DETERMINATION APPROPRIATION FOR THE 2026-2027 FISCAL YEAR.

HB 1040, now Act 42, provides funding for the Arkansas State Department for Social Security Administration Disability Determination for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The bill authorizes the hiring of up to 594 regular employees and 20 temporary staff to process disability claims and manage department operations. It appropriates approximately $77.8 million to cover salaries, operating expenses, and other costs, with funds primarily sourced from federal allocations. Additionally, the law grants the department director authority to create up to 250 extra positions if needed to meet federal program requirements.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill appropriates $77.8M to fund disability determination services, directly strengthening state budget allocation for essential public programs.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill provides funding and staffing for disability determination, a critical component of healthcare access and social security benefits.85% confidence
signed · Arkansas · House Apr 22, 2026

HB 1027: AN ACT FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH - HEALTH SERVICES PERMIT AGENCY APPROPRIATION FOR THE 2026-2027 FISCAL YEAR.

HB 1027 provides funding for the Arkansas Department of Health's Health Services Permit Agency for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The bill authorizes $480,745 to cover salaries for four specific staff positions and various operating expenses like maintenance, travel, and professional fees. It also establishes rules requiring the agency to report to the state budget office if it plans to carry over unspent funds to the next year. Once signed into law, this act becomes Act 34 and allows the agency to operate without interruption starting July 1, 2026.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly appropriates $480,745 to fund the Health Services Permit Agency, directly advancing the budget topic by allocating resources for salaries and operations.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill provides specific funding for the Department of Health's permit agency, directly strengthening public health infrastructure.90% confidence
signed · Arkansas · House Apr 22, 2026

HB 1015: AN ACT FOR THE BLACK RIVER TECHNICAL COLLEGE APPROPRIATION FOR THE 2026-2027 FISCAL YEAR.

HB 1015 provides funding and sets staffing limits for Black River Technical College in Arkansas for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The bill establishes maximum numbers and salary rates for various administrative, academic, and support positions, including roles in IT, student services, and public safety. Once enacted, the college will use these funds to pay for employee salaries and cover operating expenses during the specified fiscal year.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly provides funding and sets staffing limits for a technical college, directly advancing the state budget topic by allocating resources for essential public services.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill provides direct funding and staffing limits for a technical college, advancing educational access and resources.95% confidence
signed · Arkansas · House Apr 22, 2026

HB 1029: AN ACT FOR THE OFFICE OF THE TREASURER OF STATE - CITY-COUNTY TOURIST MEETING AND ENTERTAINMENT FACILITIES ASSISTANCE APPROPRIATION FOR THE 2026-2027 FISCAL YEAR.

This bill appropriates $887,908 from the City-County Tourist Facilities Aid Fund to the Office of the Treasurer of State for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The funds are designated to make payments for debt service and operating expenses related to publicly owned tourist meeting and entertainment facilities across Arkansas cities and counties. The legislation requires that all disbursements comply with existing state laws regarding procurement, budgeting, and financial controls. An emergency clause is included to ensure the funds become effective on July 1, 2026, to prevent harm to essential governmental programs.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill appropriates funds to support debt service and operations for public tourist facilities, directly advancing state budget allocations for essential services.95% confidence
signed · Arkansas · House Apr 22, 2026

HB 1072: AN ACT FOR THE PHILLIPS COMMUNITY COLLEGE OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS APPROPRIATION FOR THE 2026-2027 FISCAL YEAR.

HB 1072 appropriates funds for the Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The bill establishes specific maximum employee counts and salary rates for various administrative, IT, and operational positions within the college. By setting these limits, the legislation defines the authorized budget for personnel and operating expenses for the upcoming year.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill appropriates funds for Phillips Community College, directly increasing budget for public education and operational expenses.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill appropriates funds for Phillips Community College, directly funding higher education operations and personnel.90% confidence
signed · Arkansas · House Apr 22, 2026

HB 1079: AN ACT FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS - DIVISION OF CORRECTION APPROPRIATION FOR THE 2026-2027 FISCAL YEAR.

HB 1079 authorizes $1 million for the Arkansas Department of Corrections to purchase and operate technology designed to detect and stop illegal wireless devices in prisons. The funds will be used to implement systems that monitor and mitigate contraband activity within correctional facilities for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. This legislation includes standard requirements to follow state procurement and budget laws when spending the money.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates $1M to fund essential prison security technology, directly advancing the state budget for public safety.90% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill funds technology to detect contraband, enhancing prison security and reducing illegal device use within correctional facilities.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill funds technology to detect illegal devices, enhancing prison security and cybersecurity.85% confidence
Dwight Tosh (R) Dave Wallace (R)
signed · Arkansas · House Apr 22, 2026

HB 1031: AN ACT FOR THE OFFICE OF ATTORNEY GENERAL APPROPRIATION FOR THE 2026-2027 FISCAL YEAR.

HB 1031 appropriates $26.4 million in state funds to cover the salaries and operating expenses of the Arkansas Office of Attorney General for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The bill authorizes the hiring of up to 164 regular employees across various roles, including deputy attorneys general, investigators, and administrative staff, with specific salary caps for each position. A separate portion of the funding, totaling $1.07 million, is designated specifically for the Medicaid Fraud Division to support its state and federal operations. Additionally, the legislation permits the office to hire temporary or part-time workers as needed to handle extra workloads. Once enacted, this act provides the necessary financial resources to maintain the office's daily functions and legal enforcement activities.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly appropriates $26.4M to fund the Office of Attorney General, directly advancing state budget allocation for essential public services.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill allocates $1.07M specifically to the Medicaid Fraud Division, which protects healthcare funding and integrity.65% confidence
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