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This bill provides the Department of Human Services (DHS) with its budget and operational authorization for the fiscal year 2025-2026, detailing specific appropriations and granting the agency flexibility in managing its resources. The bill appropriates approximately $69.76 million for regular operations, including $38.4 million for regular salaries, $298,556 for extra help, and $14.1 million for personal services matching, with additional funds allocated for operational expenses, professional fees, and data processing services. The bill also includes $15.9 million for construction and renovation of DHS facilities, and authorizes the Secretary of DHS to transfer funds between divisions and make adjustments to budgets to respond to changing client needs, with some restrictions to protect certain program funding. Notably, the bill includes a new provision for a comprehensive review of the DHS by the Arkansas Legislative Council - Hospital and Medicaid Study Subcommittee, which will examine administrative policies, personnel, revenues, and expenditures, with a focus on specific divisions and a requirement to provide recommendations within six months. The bill includes an emergency clause to ensure its effectiveness from July 1, 2025, and emphasizes strict compliance with existing fiscal control laws and state procurement regulations.

Budget and Finance

Joint Budget Committee (J)

https://arkleg.state.ar.us/Bills/Detail?id=hb1105&ddBienniumSession=2025%2F2025R