The bill is an appropriation act for the Secretary of State of Arkansas for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024. It establishes the maximum number of regular employees and their corresponding salary rates, totaling a maximum of 162 employees. The bill outlines various appropriations for personal services, operating expenses, and specific projects, including $9,559,104 for regular salaries, $3,088,029 for election expenses, and $10,000,000 for county voting systems grants. Additionally, it includes provisions for the maintenance and restoration of the State Capitol, as well as funding for the Arkansas Video Service Act and the National Statuary Hall Collection.
Key insertions in the bill include the establishment of a permanent gift shop on the first floor of the State Capitol and the declaration of an emergency clause to ensure the act's effectiveness starting July 1, 2023. The bill also specifies that funds disbursed must comply with various state laws and regulations. Overall, the act aims to provide necessary funding and operational support for the Secretary of State's office and related activities for the upcoming fiscal year.