This bill appropriates funds for personal services and operating expenses for various licensing and regulation boards under the Department of Health for the fiscal year 2025-2026. It specifies funding allocations for boards such as the Arkansas State Board of Acupuncture and Related Techniques and the Arkansas State Medical Board, detailing amounts for salaries, operational expenses, and other costs. The bill establishes maximum employee counts for several boards and introduces provisions for extra help positions, as well as funding for initiatives like the Nursing Student Loan Program and Nursing Education Workshops, reflecting a comprehensive approach to supporting health-related regulatory functions in the state.

Additionally, the bill includes new appropriations for programs such as pharmacy student loans and scholarships, and it allows the Arkansas State Board of Nursing to request fund transfers to support the Student Loan Program. It also permits the Arkansas Board of Podiatric Medicine to allocate funds to support healthcare professionals dealing with substance abuse. The bill emphasizes compliance with fiscal control laws and includes an emergency clause for immediate effect on July 1, 2025, to ensure the continued operation of relevant agencies and prevent potential harm to essential governmental programs.