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signed · Arkansas · Senate Apr 29, 2026

SB 23: AN ACT FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES - DIVISION OF YOUTH SERVICES APPROPRIATION FOR THE 2026-2027 FISCAL YEAR.

This bill appropriates funding for the Division of Youth Services within the Arkansas Department of Human Services for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. It directly affects the state agency responsible for youth services by authorizing a specific budget amount of $6,074,027 for that period. The legislation includes minor numerical adjustments to line items in the budget document to correct figures from a previous version. Once enacted as Act 133, these changes finalize the financial allocation for the agency's operations during the upcoming year.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill appropriates $6M for youth services, directly funding essential public programs.95% confidence
signed · Arkansas · House Apr 29, 2026

HB 1041: AN ACT FOR THE SECRETARY OF STATE APPROPRIATION FOR THE 2026-2027 FISCAL YEAR.

HB 1041, now Act 125, establishes the staffing levels and salary rates for the Secretary of State's office for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. This legislation directly affects the department by setting maximum employee counts and annual pay for 187 specific positions, ranging from senior leadership roles like the Chief Deputy at $160,067 to entry-level staff such as Mail Clerks at $45,000. Additionally, the bill authorizes a total appropriation of $25,699,646 for these regular salaries, an increase from the previous budgeted amount. The law provides the financial framework to fund the department's operations but does not alter the core functions or duties of the office.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill appropriates $25.7M to fund Secretary of State salaries and staffing, directly advancing the budget topic.95% confidence
signed · Arkansas · Senate Apr 29, 2026

SB 10: AN ACT FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE - DIVISION OF WORKFORCE SERVICES APPROPRIATION FOR THE 2026-2027 FISCAL YEAR.

This bill provides state funding for the Arkansas Department of Commerce's Division of Workforce Services for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. It allocates $10 million specifically for unemployment insurance modernization and an additional $2.5 million for adult education programs. The legislation also includes transitional authority to help the state plan and coordinate the consolidation of vocational rehabilitation services while ensuring federal compliance and uninterrupted service delivery.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly allocates $10M for unemployment insurance modernization and $2.5M for adult education, directly funding essential public services.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill funds unemployment insurance modernization and adult education, strengthening workforce services and worker benefits.85% confidence
signed · Arkansas · Senate Apr 29, 2026

SB 30: AN ACT FOR THE OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR APPROPRIATION FOR THE 2026-2027 FISCAL YEAR.

This bill, now enacted as Act 134, authorizes funding for the Arkansas Office of the Governor for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. It establishes the maximum number of regular and temporary employees allowed within the office and allocates approximately $6.5 million for their salaries and general operating expenses. Additionally, the legislation provides a separate $500,000 appropriation specifically for the Governor to issue emergency proclamations during public crises. The act also includes standard provisions allowing the transfer of funds between budget line items and requiring compliance with existing state financial laws.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly appropriates $6.5M for the Governor's office and $500k for emergency proclamations, directly funding government operations.90% confidence
signed · Arkansas · Senate Apr 29, 2026

SB 55: AN ACT FOR THE ARKANSAS SUPREME COURT APPROPRIATION FOR THE 2026-2027 FISCAL YEAR.

This bill appropriates funds for the Arkansas Supreme Court for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. It specifically adjusts the budget line item for the Supreme Court Police Chief by changing the grade classification from LES05 to a lower level and updating the associated budget code. The legislation also corrects a line number in the budget document from 51 to 52. Once signed into law, this act becomes Act 137 and provides the necessary financial resources to support the court's operations for the upcoming year.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill appropriates funds for the Arkansas Supreme Court, directly funding essential government operations and personnel.90% confidence
signed · Arkansas · Senate Apr 29, 2026

SB 76: AN ACT FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION - DISBURSING OFFICER APPROPRIATION FOR THE 2026-2027 FISCAL YEAR.

This bill allocates $2 million from the state treasury to fund matching grants for county extension offices in Arkansas. The money is designated for capital improvements and is administered by the Department of Finance and Administration, with the University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture managing the distribution. The legislation includes standard provisions requiring compliance with state procurement and budget laws, and it declares an emergency to ensure the funds take effect on July 1, 2026.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates $2M for county extension office capital improvements, directly funding a public service program.90% confidence
Jonathan Dismang (R) Jeremiah Moore (R)
signed · Arkansas · House Apr 29, 2026

HB 1020: AN ACT FOR THE ARKANSAS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION APPROPRIATION FOR THE 2026-2027 FISCAL YEAR.

HB 1020 authorizes funding for the Arkansas Department of Transportation for the 2026-2027 fiscal year, specifically covering salaries and operating expenses. The bill establishes specific job titles, the maximum number of employees for each role, and the corresponding annual salary limits for the department. It also designates that certain positions are exempt from the state's Uniform Classification and Compensation Act while remaining subject to other salary procedures. Once enacted, this legislation will allow the Arkansas State Highway Commission to hire and pay staff within these defined financial constraints.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly authorizes funding for the Arkansas Department of Transportation, advancing state budget and fiscal management.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill provides funding and staffing authorization for the Arkansas Department of Transportation, directly advancing transportation infrastructure and operations.95% confidence
signed · Arkansas · Senate Apr 29, 2026

SB 20: AN ACT FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES - DIVISION OF MEDICAL SERVICES APPROPRIATION FOR THE 2026-2027 FISCAL YEAR.

Senate Bill 20, now Act 132, provides funding and staffing levels for the Arkansas Department of Human Services Division of Medical Services for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The bill authorizes a maximum of 91 regular employees and up to 10 temporary workers to support operations, including oversight of health programs, claims review, and nursing care. It appropriates approximately $12.8 million for salaries and operational expenses, while allocating over $10.4 billion specifically for grants related to hospital services, prescription drugs, and various nursing home care programs. Additionally, the act sets aside $4.5 million to cover costs associated with closing long-term care facilities and relocating residents.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly appropriates $12.8M for salaries and operations, directly funding essential public health services.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill appropriates $12.8M for staffing and operations of medical services, directly funding and strengthening healthcare administration.95% confidence
signed · Arkansas · House Apr 29, 2026

HB 1011: AN ACT FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS - DIVISION OF CORRECTION APPROPRIATION FOR THE 2026-2027 FISCAL YEAR.

This bill provides funding for the Department of Corrections for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. It amends the budget document to add the phrase "Inmate Care and Custody" to several sections related to correctional services. Additionally, the bill maintains a restriction that prevents money from being transferred to or from the County Jail Reimbursement Fund. Once signed into law, this act will establish the financial framework for the state's correctional operations for the upcoming year.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides funding for the Department of Corrections, directly advancing the budget topic by allocating resources for essential state services.95% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill provides funding and adds 'Inmate Care and Custody' to correctional services, indicating support for maintaining and enhancing correctional operations.75% confidence
signed · Arkansas · Senate Apr 29, 2026

SB 36: AN ACT FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE APPROPRIATION FOR THE 2026-2027 FISCAL YEAR.

This bill appropriates state and federal funds to the Arkansas Department of Agriculture for the 2026-2027 fiscal year, specifically targeting food and nutrition programs. It authorizes spending for salaries, operating expenses, and grants related to child nutrition initiatives, including school food services and aid to local school districts. The legislation also adds new budget line items for various administrative and support roles within the department. Once enacted, these funds will be used to maintain and expand services for programs like the Child Nutrition Program and commodity distribution.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly appropriates state and federal funds to the Department of Agriculture for food and nutrition programs, directly increasing government spending on essential public services.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill appropriates funds for school food services and provides aid to local school districts, directly supporting educational access and student nutrition programs.85% confidence
signed · Arkansas · House Apr 29, 2026

HB 1100: 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 143, updates Arkansas' Revenue Stabilization Law to establish a fixed distribution plan for state general revenues starting in the 2026-2027 fiscal year. It requires the State Treasurer to transfer all available general revenue to various state funds and accounts each month, beginning in July 2026. The law sets specific maximum dollar amounts for over 50 different programs, including public schools, human services, corrections, and economic development, ensuring these entities receive a predetermined share of the state's income. By codifying these allocation limits, the legislation creates a stable funding framework that applies to all future fiscal years without needing new legislation to adjust the amounts.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes a fixed distribution plan to ensure funding for over 50 state programs, including schools and human services.90% confidence
Lane Jean (R)
signed · Arkansas · House Apr 29, 2026

HB 1017: AN ACT FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE - PROMOTION BOARDS APPROPRIATION FOR THE 2026-2027 FISCAL YEAR.

This bill provides funding for the Department of Agriculture's promotion boards for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. It also allows the state's Chief Fiscal Officer to waive certain mandatory fund deductions for specific agricultural revenue collections and fee structures during that same period. These financial adjustments apply only to the designated fiscal year and require notification to state financial officials. The legislation does not alter the underlying laws governing these funds but modifies how fees are collected in this instance.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly provides funding for the Department of Agriculture and allows fiscal adjustments to support revenue collections, directly advancing budget and fiscal management.90% confidence
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