Veterans (Veteran Healthcare)

This bill provides funding for the Arkansas Department of Veterans Affairs for the 2026-2027 fiscal year, covering both state operations and veterans' homes. It authorizes the hiring of up to 305 regular employees and allows for an additional 30 temporary or part-time staff members to assist with daily operations. The legislation appropriates approximately $2.6 million for state-level activities and over $11 million for veterans' homes, including salaries, operating expenses, and support for county veterans' service offices.