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HB 1248

AN ACT FOR THE ARKANSAS STATE UNIVERSITY - MID-SOUTH APPROPRIATION FOR THE 2025-2026 FISCAL YEAR.

2025 Regular Session

Arkansas allocates state funds to Arkansas State University - Mid-South for fiscal year 2025-2026 with immediate effect through emergency clause adoption.

Notification that HB1248 is now Act 41
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Bill Summary · HB 1248

Legislative bill overview

HB 1248 is an appropriations bill that allocates state funding to Arkansas State University - Mid-South for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. The bill was passed with an emergency clause, meaning it took effect immediately upon the governor's signature rather than waiting for the standard effective date.

Why is this important

State appropriations bills directly determine operational budgets for public universities, affecting everything from faculty salaries and facility maintenance to student services and program offerings. The emergency clause indicates the legislature considered timely funding critical for the institution's operations and planning for the upcoming fiscal year.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding level specifics: The bill text doesn't specify the exact appropriation amount, making it unclear whether funding increased, decreased, or remained flat compared to previous years
  • Resource allocation priorities: Without detailed breakdowns, there's no public visibility into whether funds prioritize instruction, infrastructure, administration, or student support services
  • Emergency clause justification: While used, the necessity of emergency status for a routine appropriation bill is not explained in available information

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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