This bill reappropriates the remaining balance of capital improvement funds for the Arkansas State Crime Laboratory, specifically allocating up to $212,070,000 from the Development and Enhancement Fund, effective July 1, 2024. It outlines the conditions under which these funds can be disbursed, emphasizing that no contracts or obligations can exceed the available State Treasury funds. Additionally, it allows the Department of Public Safety and other listed agencies to accept grants and donations to supplement state funds for the project.
Furthermore, the bill includes an emergency clause, stating that the immediate effectiveness of the act is crucial for the agency's operations and that any delay beyond July 1, 2024, could harm essential governmental programs. This clause underscores the urgency of the appropriations and ensures that the funds will be available for use as intended without interruption.