This bill appropriates funds for personal services and operating expenses for the East Arkansas Community College 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 $6,243,371, with additional allocations for extra help, personal services matching, and operational expenses, culminating in a total appropriation of $10,957,598 from state operations. Furthermore, the bill outlines additional appropriations from cash funds, totaling $28,176,692, which includes provisions for capital improvements and debt service.

The bill also includes an emergency clause, stating that the effectiveness of the act on July 1, 2024, is essential for the operation of the college. It emphasizes compliance with various fiscal control laws and regulations during the disbursement of funds. Notably, the bill introduces new positions and salary structures, including twelve-month educational and general administrative and academic positions, as well as nine-month academic positions, while also specifying the maximum number of part-time or temporary employees allowed.