This bill appropriates funds for personal services and operating expenses for the Department of Human Services - Division of Developmental Disabilities Services for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026. It establishes a maximum number of regular employees totaling 2,490, including various positions such as psychologists, nurses, and program coordinators, with specified salary grades. The total amount appropriated for operations is $201,693,712, which includes allocations for regular salaries, extra help, personal services matching, and various operational expenses. Additionally, the bill includes appropriations for grants to the Arkansas Special Olympics, community programs, and services for children and adolescents.

The bill also includes provisions for the elimination of the Autism Waiver Services waiting list, allocating up to $1,000,000 for this purpose. It emphasizes the importance of utilizing Medicaid funding for eligible individuals and outlines requirements for community-based service providers. Furthermore, the bill contains an emergency clause, stating that its effectiveness on July 1, 2025, is essential for the operation of the agency, ensuring that necessary governmental programs can continue without interruption.