This bill appropriates funds for local law enforcement and emergency medical services for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026. Specifically, it allocates $300,000 for emergency medical expenses to the Arkansas Ambulance Association and another $300,000 for local law enforcement expenses to the Arkansas Association of Chiefs of Police, both payable from the Arkansas Citizens First Responder Safety Enhancement Fund. The bill emphasizes compliance with existing state laws regarding fiscal control and procurement during the disbursement of these funds.
Additionally, the bill includes an emergency clause, stating that the appropriations are essential for the operation of the relevant agencies and must take effect on July 1, 2025. This clause highlights the urgency of the funding to prevent potential harm to essential governmental programs in the event of legislative delays.