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HB 1089

AN ACT FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE - ARKANSAS WATERWAYS COMMISSION APPROPRIATION FOR THE 2025-2026 FISCAL YEAR.

2025 Regular Session

Arkansas allocates fiscal year 2025-2026 funding to the Waterways Commission, effective immediately under emergency clause designation.

Notification that HB1089 is now Act 618
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Bill Summary · HB 1089

Legislative bill overview

HB 1089 is an appropriations bill that allocates funding to the Arkansas Waterways Commission within the Department of Commerce 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

Appropriations bills directly determine which state agencies receive funding and at what levels, making this essential for the Waterways Commission to operate and carry out its responsibilities related to Arkansas's waterway infrastructure and management. The emergency clause indicates the legislature deemed immediate funding necessary, suggesting either time-sensitive operational needs or a gap in previous funding.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding level details: The bill text does not specify the actual dollar amount appropriated, making it impossible to assess whether funding increased, decreased, or remained flat compared to previous years
  • Lack of public information on allocation: Without knowing how the funds are distributed among specific programs or initiatives, stakeholders cannot evaluate whether priorities align with state needs
  • Limited transparency on emergency justification: The emergency clause adoption is noted but no public explanation is provided for why immediate funding was critical

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

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