The bill proposes an appropriation for personal services and operating expenses for the Arkansas House of Representatives for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025. It establishes a maximum number of regular employees, including positions such as Chief of Staff, Chief Counsel, and various legislative analysts, totaling 18 employees in the House staff. The bill also allocates funds for regular salaries, extra help, personal service matching, and maintenance and general operations, with a total amount appropriated of $2,286,852 for the House staff. Additionally, it includes appropriations for member services, supplemental staffing, and House select committee expenses, with specific amounts designated for each category.
Key insertions in the bill include the establishment of maximum employee numbers and salary rates for various positions, as well as detailed appropriations for different operational needs. The bill also includes provisions for reappropriation of funds from previous fiscal years and outlines compliance with other laws regarding fund disbursement. An emergency clause is included, stating that the act's effectiveness on July 1, 2024, is essential for the operation of the agency, emphasizing the urgency of the appropriations for the upcoming fiscal year.