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HB 1153

RELATING TO FUNDING ADJUSTMENTS FOR STATE PROGRAMS.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Nadine Nakamura

HB 1153 allocates over $34 million to Arkansas agricultural promotion boards, boosting research, development, and operations to enhance the state's agricultural competitiveness.

Act 042, 05/14/2025 (Gov. Msg. No. 1142).
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Bill Summary · HB 1153

Summary of House Bill 1153 (HB 1153)

Purpose and Intent

House Bill 1153 (HB 1153) aims to make appropriations for operating, research, and development expenses for various promotion boards within the Arkansas Department of Agriculture for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026. The bill is designed to support the agricultural sector by providing necessary funding to promote and develop key agricultural products in Arkansas.

Key Provisions

The bill includes several appropriations for different agricultural promotion boards, detailing the specific amounts allocated for various expenses:

  1. Beef Council

    • Total Appropriation: $1,067,076
    • Operating Expenses: $22,076
    • Research & Development: $1,037,000

  2. Catfish Promotion Board

    • Total Appropriation: $120,000
    • Operating Expenses: $1,000
    • Promotional Items: $25,000
    • Research & Development: $94,000

  3. Corn and Grain Sorghum Promotion Board

    • Total Appropriation: $2,000,000
    • Operating Expenses: $25,000
    • Research & Development: $1,975,000

  4. Rice Research and Promotion Board

    • Total Appropriation: $6,980,696
    • Operating Expenses: $14,200
    • Research & Development: $6,966,496

  5. Rice Research and Promotion Board - Cash

    • Total Appropriation: $15,000,000
    • Research & Development: $15,000,000

  6. Soybean Promotion Board

    • Total Appropriation: $8,600,000
    • Operating Expenses: $60,500
    • Research & Development: $8,537,500

  7. Wheat Promotion Board

    • Total Appropriation: $444,494
    • Operating Expenses: $3,599
    • Research & Development: $440,895

Impact

The funding provided by HB 1153 is expected to directly benefit the agricultural industry in Arkansas by enhancing research and development efforts, promoting agricultural products, and supporting operational activities of the various promotion boards. This financial support is crucial for maintaining and improving the competitiveness of Arkansas's agricultural sector.

Procedural Aspects

  • Introduced: January 16, 2025
  • Status: Enacted as Act 042 on May 14, 2025
  • Emergency Clause: The bill includes an emergency clause, allowing it to take effect immediately on July 1, 2025, to ensure timely funding for the Department of Agriculture's operations.

Conclusion

HB 1153 represents a significant investment in the agricultural sector of Arkansas, providing essential funding to various promotion boards that play a critical role in the state's economy. The appropriations outlined in the bill are intended to foster growth, innovation, and sustainability within the agricultural community.

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

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