This bill authorizes funding for the Liquefied Petroleum Gas Board within Arkansas's Department of Energy and Environment for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. It allocates $721,554 to cover salaries for up to six permanent staff members, temporary workers, and various operational expenses like maintenance and travel. The funds are drawn from the existing Liquefied Petroleum Gas Fund and must be spent in accordance with state budget and procurement laws.
This bill authorizes funding for the Arkansas Sentencing Commission, a unit within the Department of Corrections, for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. It allocates $475,757 to cover salaries for three specific staff positions and various operating expenses such as travel, conferences, and professional fees. The legislation also sets the maximum number of regular employees allowed for the commission at three and requires all spending to follow state laws regarding procurement and budget procedures. Once signed into law, the funds become available on July 1, 2026, to support the commission's daily operations.
Senate Bill 47, now enacted as Act 21, provides funding for the Arkansas State University System Technology Center (SAU-Tech) for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The legislation establishes specific maximum salary rates and employee counts for various administrative, technical, and operational positions within the organization. By setting these limits, the bill determines the total budget allocation for regular salaries and operating expenses during the specified fiscal period.
Senate Bill 49, now Act 23, provides funding for the 2026-2027 fiscal year for Arkansas State University-Beebe. The legislation establishes the maximum number of regular employees and their corresponding salary rates for various administrative, IT, and operational roles within the university. This bill directly affects the university's budget and staffing levels by setting specific limits on personnel costs for the upcoming year.
This bill authorizes funding and staffing levels for the University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. It establishes maximum employee counts and specific salary rates for administrative, educational, and operational positions within the college. The legislation details pay scales for roles ranging from the Chancellor to IT specialists and public safety officers. Once enacted, the bill becomes Act 9 and directs the state to provide these financial resources to support the college's operations.
SB 27 provides funding for the University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The bill establishes the maximum number of regular employees and their corresponding annual salary rates for various administrative, IT, academic, and support positions. Once signed into law, this legislation authorizes the college to hire staff and pay salaries within these specified limits.
This bill authorizes funding for the Arkansas Medicaid Tobacco Settlement Program for the 2026-2027 fiscal year, directing money from the Medicaid Expansion Program Account to the Department of Human Services. The legislation establishes specific job positions and allocates over $145 million for grants to hospitals and medical services, as well as approximately $1.3 million for operational expenses in aging, adult, and behavioral health divisions. Additionally, the act includes provisions ensuring that state funds are not used to replace tobacco settlement money unless explicitly approved by the General Assembly and Governor.
HB 1014 authorizes funding and staffing for the Arkansas Department of Human Services' Division of Provider Services and Quality Assurance for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The bill establishes a maximum workforce of 186 employees, including directors, managers, inspectors, nurses, and administrative staff, while also permitting up to eight temporary or part-time workers as needed. A total of approximately $19.4 million is appropriated to cover salaries, benefits, and operating expenses such as travel, professional fees, and general maintenance. This legislation ensures the division can continue its essential functions, including licensing oversight and quality assurance for healthcare and social services providers, starting on July 1, 2026.
This bill appropriates funds for the Arkansas State Library during the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The legislation includes a minor technical amendment that changes a specific code reference from "SPC08" to "SPC05" within the text. Once enacted, the state will allocate the specified budget to support the library's operations. The bill has been signed into law as Act 70.
HB 1073 allocates state funds for the Arkansas Public Service Commission's Utilities and Tax Divisions for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The bill sets the maximum number of regular and temporary employees for each division and authorizes specific budget amounts for salaries, operating expenses, and professional services. This legislation directly affects the commission's ability to fund its staff and daily operations, with a total appropriation of approximately $11.7 million for the Utilities Division and additional funds for the Tax Division.
HB 1058 authorizes funding for the 2026-2027 fiscal year to support four specific units within the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences: the Reynolds Center on Aging, the Boozman College of Public Health, the Arkansas Biosciences Institute, and the Area Health Education Center in Helena. The bill establishes the maximum number of regular employees allowed for each unit and sets specific salary rates for various administrative, academic, and research positions. Once enacted as Act 52, this legislation enables these institutions to hire staff and cover operating expenses within the authorized limits for the upcoming year.
HB 1057 authorizes funding for the North Arkansas College of the University of Arkansas for the 2026-2027 fiscal year by establishing specific salary limits and maximum employee counts for various administrative and operational positions. The bill details compensation ranges for roles including the Chancellor, IT staff, academic officers, and public safety personnel, ensuring the college can hire within these defined financial parameters. Once enacted as Act 51, this legislation sets the budgetary framework for the institution's operations until June 30, 2027.
