This bill appropriates funds for personal services and operating expenses for the Department of Education - Arkansas State Library for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026. It establishes a maximum number of regular employees, totaling 43, with specified positions and salary grades. The bill also authorizes part-time or temporary employees, known as "Extra Help," for both state and federal operations, with a total of 12 positions. The appropriations include $1,677,479 for regular salaries, $10,000 for extra help, and $631,344 for personal services matching under state operations, along with additional funds for various operational expenses.

Furthermore, the bill includes provisions for aid to public libraries, with an appropriation of $6,500,000 designated for this purpose. It also outlines the need for the Arkansas State Library to review and modify requirements that may hinder rural public libraries from receiving state aid. The bill emphasizes compliance with existing laws regarding fund disbursement and includes an emergency clause to ensure its effectiveness starting July 1, 2025. Notable insertions in the bill include specific appropriations for the fiscal year 2025-2026 and the establishment of new rules for public library funding eligibility.