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signed · Arkansas · House Apr 29, 2026

HB 1009: AN ACT FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY APPROPRIATION FOR THE 2026-2027 FISCAL YEAR.

This bill appropriates funds for the Arkansas Department of Public Safety for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. It authorizes the hiring of one additional IT Security Analyst and establishes a specific fund to manage revenues collected at Camp Robinson. The law requires that money generated at this facility be tracked separately and used exclusively for maintaining the department's buildings there. The measure also includes a provision stating that these rules will not become permanent state code but will apply only for the duration of the fiscal year.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly appropriates funds for the Department of Public Safety and establishes a specific fund for facility maintenance, directly advancing state budget allocation.95% confidence
signed · Arkansas · Senate Apr 29, 2026

SB 73: AN ACT FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE - ARKANSAS ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION SUPPLEMENTAL APPROPRIATION.

Senate Bill 73 provides an additional $10 million in funding to the Arkansas Economic Development Commission's Community Assistance Grant Program for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. These funds are drawn from the General Revenue Allotment Reserve and are intended to supplement existing money already allocated for community assistance grants. The bill includes standard provisions ensuring that the money is spent in accordance with state laws and budget procedures. It was signed into law as Act 141 to ensure the department can continue providing essential services without delay.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides $10M supplemental funding for community assistance grants, advancing state budget goals.90% confidence
died · Arkansas · House Apr 29, 2026

HR 1013: TO AUTHORIZE THE INTRODUCTION OF A NONAPPROPRIATION BILL TO AMEND THE REQUIREMENTS FOR A DIGITAL ASSET MINING BUSINESS AND AMEND THE AUTHORITY OF A LOCAL GOVERNMENT WITH RESPECT TO A DIGITAL ASSET MINING BUSINESS.

This bill, which did not advance beyond committee, would update Arkansas laws to regulate digital asset mining businesses and clarify the authority of local governments. It requires mining operations to comply with existing state and local rules, pay all applicable taxes, and use specific noise-reduction techniques like liquid cooling or fully enclosed equipment. The legislation also prohibits local governments from banning home mining, requiring permits for it, or imposing stricter noise limits on mining than on other data centers.
Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill regulates digital asset mining to ensure compliance, tax payment, and noise reduction, promoting responsible technology development.75% confidence
Ron McNair (R)
died · Arkansas · House Apr 29, 2026

HB 1080: AN ACT FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES - DIVISION OF DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES SERVICES - JONESBORO HUMAN DEVELOPMENT CENTER APPROPRIATION FOR THE 2026-2027 FISCAL YEAR.

HB 1080 proposes to allocate $20 million from the state's General Revenue Allotment Reserve Fund to the Jonesboro Human Development Center for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. These funds are designated for Phase 2 of a master plan aimed at planning, demolishing, constructing, renovating, and upgrading facilities for the Division of Developmental Disabilities Services. The bill includes standard provisions requiring compliance with state procurement and budget laws, as well as an emergency clause to ensure funding is available starting July 1, 2026. Although the legislation was introduced, it did not advance beyond the House Budget Committee before the session ended.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates $20M to fund essential public services and facility upgrades for developmental disabilities.95% confidence
Jack Ladyman (R) Dan Sullivan (R) · 11 co-sponsors
signed · Arkansas · House Apr 29, 2026

HB 1018: AN ACT FOR THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS EAST ARKANSAS COMMUNITY COLLEGE APPROPRIATION FOR THE 2026-2027 FISCAL YEAR.

HB 1018 provides funding for the University of Arkansas East Arkansas Community College for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The bill also updates the title of the college's chief executive from President to Chancellor. Once enacted as Act 122, these changes will take effect for the specified fiscal year.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides direct funding for a community college, strengthening public education and government spending on essential services.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill provides direct funding for a community college and updates its leadership title, directly supporting educational infrastructure and administration.90% confidence
signed · Arkansas · Senate Apr 29, 2026

SB 8: AN ACT FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE APPROPRIATION FOR THE 2026-2027 FISCAL YEAR.

This bill authorizes funding and staffing for the Arkansas Department of Commerce and its Economic Development Commission for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. It establishes specific maximum numbers of regular employees for various roles, including executive leadership, economic development specialists, and administrative staff, while also permitting the hiring of temporary workers as needed. The legislation appropriates approximately $6.8 million for the main department to cover salaries, benefits, and operating expenses, with additional funds allocated for the economic development commission. Once signed into law, these provisions will determine the budget and workforce size for the state agencies responsible for promoting commerce and economic growth.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly appropriates $6.8M to fund the Department of Commerce, directly advancing the budget topic.95% confidence
died · Arkansas · House Apr 29, 2026

HB 1099: AN ACT FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES - DIVISION OF DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES SERVICES APPROPRIATION.

HB 1099 proposes to allocate $110,000 from the state's General Revenue Allotment Reserve Fund to the Department of Human Services for a grant to Special Olympics. The funds are intended to support athletes from the Division of Developmental Disabilities Services in participating in the national Special Olympics competition during the fiscal year ending June 30, 2027. The bill includes standard provisions requiring compliance with state procurement and budget laws, as well as an emergency clause to ensure the money is available starting July 1, 2026. Although the legislation was introduced in the 2026 session, it did not advance beyond the House committee before the legislative session ended.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates $110,000 from state funds to support Special Olympics athletes, directly increasing funding for a public service program.90% confidence
Jack Ladyman (R)
signed · Arkansas · Senate Apr 29, 2026

SB 43: AN ACT FOR THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS - DIVISION OF AGRICULTURE APPROPRIATION FOR THE 2026-2027 FISCAL YEAR.

This bill amends the 2026-2027 budget for the University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture by increasing its allocated funding. Specifically, it raises the total appropriation from $83,285,395 to $87,285,395, with corresponding adjustments to specific line items within the budget. The change directly affects the financial resources available to the Division of Agriculture for the upcoming fiscal year. Once enacted, the bill becomes Act 136 and is delivered to the Governor for signature.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill increases funding for the University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture, directly strengthening public service resources.90% confidence
signed · Arkansas · Senate Apr 29, 2026

SB 75: TO AMEND THE REVENUE STABILIZATION LAW; TO CREATE FUNDS; TO MAKE TRANSFERS TO AND FROM FUNDS AND FUND ACCOUNTS; AND TO DECLARE AN EMERGENCY.

This bill, now enacted as Act 144, establishes a new method for distributing state general revenues in Arkansas starting in fiscal year 2026-2027. It requires the State Treasurer to transfer all available funds to various government accounts, including those for public schools, human services, and state agencies, based on specific maximum dollar amounts set for each. The legislation creates a total allocation of approximately $6.6 billion to be distributed monthly according to these fixed proportions. By declaring an emergency, the bill ensures these new distribution rules take immediate effect without further legislative delay.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes a new method to distribute state general revenues, creating funds and transferring money to public schools and human services, directly advancing budget allocation.95% confidence
Jonathan Dismang (R)
signed · Arkansas · Senate Apr 29, 2026

SB 58: AN ACT FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION - DIVISION OF HIGHER EDUCATION APPROPRIATION FOR THE 2026-2027 FISCAL YEAR.

Senate Bill 58, now Act 138, provides funding for the Arkansas Department of Education's Division of Higher Education for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The bill authorizes specific job positions and sets salary limits for staff within the division, including roles for program management, grants administration, and IT support. Additionally, it allocates money to support various student financial aid programs, such as the Arkansas Future Grants and the Arkansas Heroes Scholarship. The legislation also includes operating expenses for the State Board of Private Career Education to cover its administrative costs.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly allocates funding for higher education and student financial aid programs, strengthening state budget support for essential services.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill provides funding for higher education administration and student financial aid programs, directly supporting educational access.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill includes funding for IT support staff, indicating a supportive stance toward technology infrastructure within the department.50% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill funds the Arkansas Heroes Scholarship, a program specifically designed to support veterans in higher education.85% confidence
signed · Arkansas · House Apr 29, 2026

HB 1010: AN ACT FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS - DIVISION OF COMMUNITY CORRECTION APPROPRIATION FOR THE 2026-2027 FISCAL YEAR.

HB 1010 authorizes funding for the Arkansas Department of Corrections' Division of Community Correction for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The bill establishes a maximum staff count of 912 employees, including community supervision officers and program specialists, and allocates approximately $78.2 million for salaries and state operations. Additional funds totaling about $14.9 million are provided for special revenue operations, such as asset forfeiture, while the legislation also grants the department director flexibility to transfer money between budget categories.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates $78.2M for corrections salaries and operations, directly funding a public service.90% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill provides funding and staffing for community corrections, which supports rehabilitation and supervision.85% confidence
signed · Arkansas · Senate Apr 29, 2026

SB 67: AN ACT FOR THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS FOR MEDICAL SCIENCES SUPPLEMENTAL APPROPRIATION.

This bill provides an additional $5 million in funding to the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences for its High-Risk Pregnancy Program and the IDHI Stroke Program. The money is taken from the state's General Revenue Allotment Reserve Fund and added to the university's existing budget to ensure these specific health services can continue operating. The legislation declares an emergency to allow the funds to take effect immediately, ensuring that essential medical care for high-risk pregnancies and stroke patients is not disrupted. Once signed into law, the university must follow all standard state financial rules when spending these new dollars.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates $5M from state reserves to fund essential medical programs, directly strengthening public health services.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill provides $5M funding for high-risk pregnancy and stroke programs, directly strengthening healthcare services.95% confidence
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