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HB 1098

AN ACT FOR THE STATE DEPARTMENT FOR SOCIAL SECURITY ADMINISTRATION DISABILITY DETERMINATION APPROPRIATION FOR THE 2025-2026 FISCAL YEAR.

2025 Regular Session

Arkansas appropriates state funds to process Social Security disability claims, enacted immediately with emergency status to ensure uninterrupted service operations.

Notification that HB1098 is now Act 84
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Bill Summary · HB 1098

Legislative bill overview

HB 1098 appropriates state funding to Arkansas's Department for Social Security Administration Disability Determination services for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. The bill was passed with an emergency clause, allowing it to take effect immediately rather than on the standard date. This act provides the necessary budget authorization for the state agency responsible for processing Social Security disability claims.

Why is this important

Disability determination services directly affect thousands of Arkansas residents applying for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI), which provide critical income support for people unable to work due to disabilities. Adequate state funding ensures timely processing of applications, reducing delays that leave applicants without benefits. The emergency clause designation suggests lawmakers viewed funding continuity as urgent, preventing potential service disruptions.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding amount transparency: The bill text provided does not specify the actual appropriated amount, making it impossible to assess whether funding is increased, decreased, or maintained from prior years
  • Emergency clause justification: The use of an emergency clause is unusual for routine appropriations and raises questions about why expedited passage was necessary
  • Service performance metrics: No publicly available information indicates whether performance standards or efficiency measures are tied to this appropriation

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

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