This bill proposes an appropriation for the Department of Commerce - Division of Workforce Services for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026, with a total allocation of $16,258,332 for personal services and operating expenses. It establishes maximum employee counts for various divisions, including the Arkansas Workforce Connections and Reemployment divisions, and outlines salary grades for positions such as Deputy Director and Workforce Investment Director. The bill also allocates funds for unemployment benefits, training programs, and specific initiatives like the New Hire Registry and the Trade Adjustment Assistance Program, reflecting a comprehensive approach to workforce development.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions for Adult Education and literacy programs, with significant funding designated for Adult Basic and General Adult Education, GED testing, and the State Apprenticeship Expansion program. It introduces new language allowing for the carry forward of unexpended funds for Arkansas Rehabilitation Services and the Division of State Services for the Blind into the next fiscal year, contingent upon written justifications and reporting requirements. The bill emphasizes compliance with fiscal control laws and includes an emergency clause for immediate effectiveness from July 1, 2025, while also adjusting previous fiscal year references to align with the new budget cycle.