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HB 1019

AN ACT FOR THE COSSATOT COMMUNITY COLLEGE OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS APPROPRIATION FOR THE 2026-2027 FISCAL YEAR.

2026 Fiscal Session

Arkansas appropriates state funds to Cossatot Community College for fiscal year 2026-2027, supporting rural higher education and workforce development operations.

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Bill Summary · HB 1019

Legislative bill overview

HB 1019 is an appropriations bill that allocates state funding to Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The bill was filed in April 2026 and has proceeded through initial legislative procedures. The specific dollar amount and detailed allocation breakdown are not provided in the available information.

Why is this important

Community colleges serve as critical access points for higher education, workforce development, and technical training in rural and underserved areas. Appropriations bills directly determine institutional budgets that support student services, faculty compensation, facility maintenance, and program offerings. This funding decision affects educational access and economic opportunity for students in southwest Arkansas.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding level clarity – Without knowing the specific appropriation amount, stakeholders cannot assess whether funding maintains, increases, or decreases institutional capacity
  • Budget priorities – Competing state funding demands may create disagreement over whether community college funding is adequate relative to university systems or other state priorities
  • Workforce alignment – Questions may arise about whether allocated funds sufficiently support programs aligned with regional workforce needs and labor market demands

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

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