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HB 1102

AN ACT FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS APPROPRIATION FOR THE 2026-2027 FISCAL YEAR.

2026 Fiscal Session Introduced by Karilyn Brown and 3 co-sponsors

Provides a $400,000 grant to the Veterans Council of Northwest Arkansas for constructing and expanding the Veterans Wall of Honor in Bella Vista, funded via a General Revenue Reser

Died in House Committee at Sine Die adjournment.
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Bill Summary · HB 1102

Summary of HB 1102 (2026 Session, Arkansas)

Purpose

  • To appropriate funds for a grant from the Department of Veterans Affairs to the Veterans Council of Northwest Arkansas.
  • The grant supports construction, renovation, upgrading, and expansion of the Veterans Wall of Honor in Bella Vista, Arkansas.
  • The appropriation covers the fiscal year ending June 30, 2027.

Key Provisions

  • Section 1 – Appropriation

    • Establishes a grant to the Veterans Council of Northwest Arkansas.
    • Source: cash fund in the State Treasury as determined by the Chief Fiscal Officer.
    • Purpose: costs associated with construction, renovation, upgrade, and expansion of the Veterans Wall of Honor.
    • Amount: $400,000 for the 2026-2027 fiscal year.

  • Section 2 – Special Language (FUND TRANSFER)

    • Transfers $400,000 from the General Revenue Allotment Reserve Fund to a cash fund in the State Treasury for the same purpose (Veterans Wall of Honor project in Bella Vista).
    • The transfer is effective upon the Act’s effective date.

  • Section 3 – Compliance with Other Laws

    • Requires that disbursement adhere to applicable state procurement, budgeting, and fiscal control laws and regulations.

  • Section 4 – Legislative Intent

    • Affirms that funds must be disbursed in alignment with the stated reasons for enactment, referencing budget manuals, agency requests, executive recommendations, and legislative recommendations.

  • Section 5 – Emergency Clause

    • Declares an emergency to ensure the act is in force from July 1, 2026.
    • Argues that delay could cause irreparable harm to essential programs if the session extends.

Affected Parties

  • Primary recipient: Veterans Council of Northwest Arkansas (grant recipient).
  • State entities involved: Department of Veterans Affairs (grant administrator), Chief Fiscal Officer of the State (allocations and transfers), and the State Treasury/Auditor/State Treasurer (funds management).

Fiscal and Timeline Details

  • Total amount appropriated: $400,000 for FY 2026-2027.
  • Funding source: General Revenue Allotment Reserve Fund, transferred to a state cash fund for the project.
  • Disbursement timeframe: Funds available for the 2026-2027 fiscal year, with the act taking effect July 1, 2026 (emergency clause).

Procedural Status

  • Filed: April 21, 2026
  • Passed out of committee and referred to Joint Budget Committee (per action history)
  • Died in House Committee at Sine Die adjournment (April 29, 2026)

Summary Note

HB 1102 seeks a targeted $400,000 grant to support the Veterans Wall of Honor project in Bella Vista, Arkansas, funded via a transfer from the General Revenue Allotment Reserve Fund and administered through the Department of Veterans Affairs. The bill emphasizes compliance with state fiscal laws and reflects an intent to expedite funding due to an emergency clause. The bill did not advance to final passage.

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

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