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HB 1099

AN ACT FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES - DIVISION OF DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES SERVICES APPROPRIATION.

2026 Fiscal Session Introduced by Jack Ladyman

Provides a $110,000 grant to Special Olympics via DHS DDDS for athlete participation in the national competition, funded by a targeted transfer and compliant with laws.

Died in House Committee at Sine Die adjournment.
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Bill Summary · HB 1099

Summary of HB 1099 (2026F) — Arkansas

Purpose

HB 1099 appropriates funds for a grant to Special Olympics through the Arkansas Department of Human Services (DHS), Division of Developmental Disabilities Services (DDDS). The goal is to support athlete participation in the national Special Olympics competition for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2027.

Key Provisions

  • Section 1 — Appropriation Amount

    • Creates a grant of $110,000 to Special Olympics.
    • Source: funds appropriated to DHS, DDDS, payable from a cash fund in the State Treasury as determined by the Chief Fiscal Officer of the State.
    • Purpose: For athlete participation in the national Special Olympics competition.

  • Section 2 — Special Language (Fund Transfer)

    • Immediately upon effective date, requires the Chief Fiscal Officer to transfer $110,000 from the General Revenue Allotment Reserve Fund to the cash fund in the State Treasury for the grant to Special Olympics.
    • This is a dedicated transfer to support the appropriation.

  • Section 3 — Compliance with Other Laws

    • Disbursement must comply with applicable state fiscal laws and regulations (e.g., State Procurement Law, General Accounting and Budgetary Procedures Law, Revenue Stabilization Law, Regular Salary Procedures and Restrictions Act) and Department of Finance and Administration regulations.

  • Section 4 — Legislative Intent

    • States intent that funds be used for the purposes described in the agency requests, executive recommendations, and legislative recommendations associated with the budget process.

  • Section 5 — Emergency Clause

    • Declares an emergency to ensure the act takes effect on July 1, 2026.
    • Finds that delaying effectiveness could cause irreparable harm to essential governmental programs.

Who Is Affected

  • Primary Beneficiary: Special Olympics athletes participating in national competitions.
  • Grantee: Special Olympics program funded through the DHS DDDS in Arkansas.
  • State Financial Management: Chief Fiscal Officer, Treasurer of State, and Auditor of the State manage the transfer and disbursement from the designated cash fund; compliance with state fiscal laws is required.

Timing and Fiscal Impact

  • Effective Date: July 1, 2026 (emergency clause).
  • Fiscal Year Covered: Funded for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2027.
  • Total Amount: $110,000.
  • Source of Funds: Cash fund in the State Treasury, transferred from the General Revenue Allotment Reserve Fund.

Notes

  • The bill is narrowly focused on a single grant to Special Olympics and related fund transfer mechanics.
  • The act emphasizes compliance with applicable laws and the budget process, ensuring proper stewardship of public funds.
  • An emergency clause accelerates the timeline so resources are available for the 2026-2027 fiscal year.

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

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