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HB 1123

HOSPITAL DIST BD-REIMBURSEMENT

104th Regular Session Introduced by Charlie Meier

House Bill 1123 allocates $383,978 to the Martin Luther King, Jr. Commission for 2025-2026, ensuring funding for civil rights and social justice initiatives in Arkansas.

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Bill Summary · HB 1123

Summary of House Bill 1123 (HB 1123)

Overview

House Bill 1123, now known as Act 86, was introduced in the Arkansas General Assembly on January 15, 2025. The bill aims to make appropriations for personal services and operating expenses for the Department of Education's Martin Luther King, Jr. Commission for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026.

Purpose and Intent

The primary purpose of HB 1123 is to allocate necessary funding to support the operations of the Martin Luther King, Jr. Commission within the Department of Education. This funding is essential for the commission to fulfill its mission of promoting the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and addressing issues related to civil rights and social justice in Arkansas.

Key Provisions

Appropriations

The bill outlines specific appropriations for the fiscal year 2025-2026, including:

  1. Regular Salaries:

    • Total of $383,978 allocated for personal services and operating expenses.
    • Includes salaries for various positions:
      • Executive Director: Grade GS14
      • Fiscal Support Supervisor: Grade GS06
      • Administrative Specialist III: Grade GS04
      • Administrative Specialist II: Grade GS03

  2. Operating Expenses:

    • Personal Services Matching: $88,147
    • Maintenance and General Operations: $245,831
    • Specific allocations for operational expenses: $50,000
    • Total amount appropriated for operations: $383,978

  3. Extra Help:

    • Authorization for up to four (4) part-time or temporary employees, with a total cash appropriation of $91,123 for additional personal services and operating expenses.

Compliance and Legislative Intent

  • The bill emphasizes compliance with existing laws regarding fiscal control and procurement.
  • It states the legislative intent that funds disbursed under this act should align with the agency's requests and recommendations.

Emergency Clause

An emergency clause is included, declaring that the act is necessary for the immediate preservation of public peace, health, and safety, and will take effect on July 1, 2025.

Impact

The passage of HB 1123 will directly affect the operations of the Martin Luther King, Jr. Commission by providing the necessary funding for personnel and operational activities. This funding is crucial for the commission to continue its work in promoting civil rights and social justice initiatives in Arkansas.

Legislative Timeline

  • January 15, 2025: Bill filed and read for the first time.
  • February 10, 2025: Considered in the Committee of the Whole; recommended to pass.
  • February 11, 2025: Passed by both the House and Senate; emergency clause adopted.
  • February 13, 2025: Notification that HB 1123 is now Act 86.

This summary provides a clear understanding of HB 1123's purpose, provisions, and impact on the Martin Luther King, Jr. Commission and its operations for the upcoming fiscal year.

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

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