This bill appropriates funds for personal services and operating expenses for the Arkansas School for the Blind and the Arkansas School for the Deaf for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026. It establishes a maximum of 95 regular employees for the Arkansas School for the Blind and 140 for the Arkansas School for the Deaf, detailing specific positions and salary grades. The bill allocates funds for various operational expenses, including salaries, extra help, personal services matching, and maintenance operations, with designated amounts for each category. It also authorizes 17 temporary or part-time positions for the Arkansas School for the Blind and 55 for the Arkansas School for the Deaf.

Furthermore, the bill introduces new provisions regarding the transfer of funds for summer projects and the carry-forward of unexpended balances for future construction projects. It allows the Chief Fiscal Officer of the State to transfer funds to support staff compensation and operational expenses during summer projects, ensuring appropriate compensation for summer staff. The bill mandates compliance with existing fiscal control laws and includes reporting requirements for the Department of Education regarding carried forward funds. An emergency clause is included, emphasizing the importance of the bill's effectiveness starting July 1, 2025, to avoid disruptions to essential governmental programs.