This bill appropriates funds for personal services and operating expenses for Southern Arkansas University for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025. It establishes a maximum number of regular employees, detailing various administrative and academic positions along with their corresponding salary rates. The total amount appropriated for regular salaries is $17,150,694, with additional allocations for personal services matching, maintenance, and general operations, culminating in a total appropriation of $19,225,694 for the university's operations.
Furthermore, the bill includes provisions for the Southern Arkansas University System and cash funds, with specific appropriations for regular salaries, extra help, and operational expenses. The total amount appropriated from cash funds is $53,497,000, which encompasses various categories such as capital improvements and debt service. An emergency clause is also included, stating that the act will take effect on July 1, 2024, to ensure the timely operation of the university and compliance with state laws regarding appropriations.