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HB 1126

AN ACT FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION - OFFICE OF EARLY CHILDHOOD APPROPRIATION FOR THE 2025-2026 FISCAL YEAR.

2025 Regular Session

Arkansas appropriates state funding to the Department of Education's Office of Early Childhood for fiscal year 2025-2026, effective immediately under emergency clause provisions.

Notification that HB1126 is now Act 873
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Bill Summary · HB 1126

Legislative bill overview

HB 1126 is an appropriations bill that allocates state funding to Arkansas's Department of Education Office of Early Childhood for fiscal year 2025-2026. The bill was passed with an emergency clause, meaning it took effect immediately upon the Governor's signature rather than on the standard delayed effective date.

Why is this important

Early childhood programs significantly impact long-term educational outcomes and workforce development. This appropriation directly affects funding for pre-K services, childcare support, and early intervention programs that serve Arkansas's youngest learners and their families.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding amount specifics: The bill text does not publicly specify the exact dollar amount appropriated, making it difficult for taxpayers and advocates to assess whether funding is adequate or excessive
  • Program priorities: Without seeing detailed budget breakdowns, it's unclear which early childhood initiatives receive priority funding or whether any programs faced cuts
  • Emergency clause justification: The use of an emergency clause suggests urgency, but the rationale for bypassing standard legislative timelines isn't evident from the bill record alone

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

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