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.
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.
Senate Bill 41 authorizes funding for the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville for the 2026-2027 fiscal year, specifically establishing the maximum number of regular employees and their corresponding salary rates. The bill details staffing levels for various administrative roles, including deans, chancellors, and support staff in areas such as business, engineering, law, and information technology. By setting these specific caps and pay scales, the legislation provides the financial framework needed to operate the university's personnel and administrative functions for the upcoming year.
This bill reappropriates previously allocated funds for the Arkansas Department of Education's Division of Elementary and Secondary Education, ensuring money remains available for specific projects starting July 1, 2026. The legislation directs up to $564,871 toward computer science initiatives and up to $5,000,000 for the maintenance, renovation, and repairs of four state-owned buildings located in the Capitol Complex. It includes standard financial controls to ensure contracts do not exceed available funds and that these specific monies are not mixed with general operating budgets. By designating an emergency clause, the bill allows these funds to take effect immediately on July 1, 2026, regardless of any delays in the legislative session.
HB 1016 authorizes funding for Arkansas Tech University for the 2026-2027 fiscal year by establishing specific salary limits and employee counts for various administrative and operational roles. The bill sets maximum annual salaries for positions ranging from the university president to numerous support staff, including IT specialists, deans, and program directors. Once signed into law as Act 97, this legislation provides the legal framework for the university to hire and pay employees within these defined financial constraints.
HB 1071 authorizes funding for Henderson State University for the 2026-2027 fiscal year by setting specific salary limits and maximum employee counts for various administrative and operational roles. The bill directly affects the university's staffing structure by defining positions such as the Chancellor, IT staff, counselors, and public safety officers, along with their corresponding annual salary caps. This legislation ensures the institution has the necessary financial resources and personnel guidelines to operate during the specified period.
Senate Bill 50, now Act 24, provides funding for the Arkansas State University-Newport campus for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The legislation establishes specific salary rates and maximum employee counts for various administrative, academic, and support positions, including roles in IT, public safety, and student services. This bill directly affects the university's budget and staffing levels by setting the financial parameters for these regular employees during the upcoming year.
HB 1065 provides funding for the Northwest Arkansas Community College for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The bill increases the college's budget from approximately $83.7 million to $96.6 million, with a specific line item adjustment raising a particular allocation from $1.14 million to $14 million. This legislation directly affects the Northwest Arkansas Community College by authorizing these financial resources for its operations during the specified period.
Senate Bill 39 provides funding for the Arkansas State University system for the 2026-2027 fiscal year by establishing specific salary limits and employee positions. The bill directly affects the university system, including its main campus and the Jonesboro campus, by setting maximum numbers and annual pay rates for various administrative, academic, and technical roles. Key provisions include salary caps for top leadership positions, such as the President at $449,802, and detailed wage scales for hundreds of staff members ranging from senior executives to support technicians. Once signed into law, this act authorizes the university to hire and pay employees within these defined parameters for the upcoming year.
This Senate Resolution congratulates students from the Arkansas School for Mathematics, Sciences, and the Arts on their success in regional and state science fair competitions. It specifically honors ten students who qualified to compete at the Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair in May 2026. The bill also designates April 22, 2026, as a day to observe and celebrate the school's achievements at the State Capitol.
