The bill proposes an appropriation for personal services and operating expenses for various licensing and regulation boards under the Department of Health for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026. It outlines specific budget allocations for boards such as the Arkansas State Board of Acupuncture and Related Techniques and the State Board of Examiners of Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Counselors, detailing amounts for salaries, operational expenses, and other costs. Notably, the bill establishes maximum employee counts and salary grades for several boards, including the Arkansas State Medical Board, which is authorized to have up to 34 employees. Additionally, it allocates funds for the Nursing Student Loan Program and Nursing Education Workshops, ensuring adequate funding and staffing for health-related regulatory boards.

Furthermore, the bill modifies effective dates for provisions related to healthcare professionals, extending the timeframe for certain regulations to June 30, 2026. It allows various boards, including the Arkansas State Board of Dental Examiners and the State Medical Board, to collect funds from licensed professionals to support 501(c)(3) foundations that assist healthcare professionals with substance abuse issues. The Arkansas State Board of Nursing is permitted to request a fund transfer of up to $100,000 annually for the Student Loan Program, while the Arkansas State Medical Board is mandated to transfer $500,000 each year to the Graduate Medical Education Fund. An emergency clause is included, making the act effective from July 1, 2025, to ensure the immediate preservation of public health and safety.