This bill appropriates funds for the Department of Veterans Affairs for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026, detailing allocations for personal services and operating expenses across various divisions, including Veterans' Homes, Cemeteries, and the Arkansas Veterans' Child Welfare Service. The bill establishes a maximum number of regular employees, totaling 305, and outlines specific salary rates for various positions within the department. Notably, it includes appropriations for new initiatives such as a $15 million allocation for a State Veterans' Home in Northwest Arkansas and $30 million in federal funds for the same purpose.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions for temporary or part-time employees, known as "Extra Help," and specifies funding for various operational expenses, including maintenance, travel, and promotional items. The total amount appropriated for the Department of Veterans Affairs is approximately $33.1 million for Veterans' Homes, $1.18 million for Veterans' Cemeteries, and $51,752 for the Disabled Veterans' Services Office, among others. The bill also emphasizes compliance with existing laws regarding fund disbursement and includes an emergency clause to ensure the act's effectiveness from July 1, 2025.