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This bill provides a comprehensive appropriation for the Arkansas Department of the Military for the 2025-2026 fiscal year, detailing funding and staffing allocations across multiple operational areas. The bill authorizes a maximum of 125 full-time employees across various grades and positions, ranging from leadership roles like the Secretary of Military and Adjutant General to technical positions in IT, human resources, and support services. Additionally, the bill allows for 127 part-time or temporary employees. The total appropriation is approximately $107 million, distributed across several key areas including general operations ($8.7 million), emergency military call-up and court martial expenses ($2.5 million), the National Guard Museum ($167,000), Fort Chaffee operations ($39.4 million), federal training site operations ($55.3 million), and various special funds like the Military Family Relief Trust Fund. The bill includes special provisions allowing for fund transfers, carry-forward of unspent funds, and ensures that salary rates for top military leadership are aligned with U.S. Department of Defense guidelines. An emergency clause is included to ensure the appropriations can take effect on July 1, 2025, even if the legislative session is extended.

Budget and Finance

Joint Budget Committee (Joint)

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