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HB 1174

AN ACT FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS - DIVISION OF CORRECTION APPROPRIATION FOR THE 2025-2026 FISCAL YEAR.

2025 Regular Session

Arkansas appropriates 2025-2026 funding to its Department of Corrections Division for prison system operations, now law as Act 790.

Notification that HB1174 is now Act 790
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Bill Summary · HB 1174

Legislative bill overview

HB 1174 is an appropriations bill that allocates funding to Arkansas's Department of Corrections Division of Correction for fiscal year 2025-2026. The bill has been signed into law (Act 790) and is now in effect, providing the budgetary authorization necessary for the state's prison system operations.

Why is this important

Appropriations bills directly determine what resources correctional facilities receive for operations, staffing, maintenance, and programs. This funding level affects incarceration conditions, rehabilitation program availability, facility safety, and staff compensation—all factors that influence recidivism rates and public safety outcomes.

Potential points of contention

  • Budget adequacy: Without seeing the specific dollar amounts, there's uncertainty whether funding meets actual operational needs or represents an increase/decrease that could affect services or overcrowding
  • Resource allocation priorities: Questions about whether funds are distributed toward rehabilitation programs, security, infrastructure maintenance, or other operational areas
  • Fiscal sustainability: Whether the appropriation level is sustainable long-term or if the corrections system will face future funding shortfalls that impact operations

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

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