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HB 1079

AN ACT FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS - DIVISION OF CORRECTION APPROPRIATION FOR THE 2026-2027 FISCAL YEAR.

2026 Fiscal Session Introduced by Dwight Tosh and 1 co-sponsor

HB 1079 appropriates funds to Arkansas's Division of Correction for fiscal year 2026-2027, determining operational and staffing capacity for state prisons.

Notification that HB1079 is now Act 64
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Bill Summary · HB 1079

Legislative bill overview

HB 1079 is an appropriations bill that allocates funding to Arkansas's Department of Corrections, Division of Correction for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The bill was recently introduced and referred to the Joint Budget Committee for review and deliberation on the proposed budget allocation.

Why is this important

Appropriations bills directly determine the operational capacity of correctional facilities, including staffing levels, facility maintenance, and inmate services. The funding amount will influence the state's ability to manage its incarcerated population, implement rehabilitation programs, and maintain facility safety and security standards.

Potential points of contention

  • Budget amount transparency: The specific dollar amount proposed is not detailed in the bill summary, making it difficult to assess whether this represents an increase, decrease, or maintenance of current spending levels
  • Prison overcrowding and conditions: Any funding shortfall could exacerbate existing facility overcrowding, leading to constitutional concerns about inmate treatment and safety
  • Competing priorities: Legislators may debate whether correctional funding should be prioritized relative to education, healthcare, or other state services, particularly in a constrained budget environment

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

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