The bill proposes an appropriation for the Arkansas Department of Transportation for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026, detailing a maximum number of regular employees set at 4,558 and their corresponding maximum annual salaries, which will be determined by the Arkansas State Highway Commission. It specifies that these positions are exempt from the Uniform Classification and Compensation Act but remain subject to the Regular Salaries Procedures and Restrictions Act. Additionally, the bill allows for salaries for a specific pay period in 2025 to be funded from the appropriations for the upcoming fiscal year. A comprehensive salary structure is outlined, with salaries ranging from $39,865 for temporary employees to $276,967 for the Director, aimed at ensuring effective workforce management.

Furthermore, the bill allocates $2.72 billion for operational needs, including regular salaries, maintenance, and capital outlay for roads and bridges, along with $34 million for the State Aid Roads Program and $7 million for the Arkansas Public Transit Trust Fund Program. It also includes provisions for the transfer of savings within the appropriated amounts to enhance funding flexibility. An emergency clause is introduced, mandating that the appropriations take effect by July 1, 2025, to ensure uninterrupted agency operations. The bill emphasizes compliance with fiscal control laws and reflects a strategic approach to addressing transportation needs in Arkansas while ensuring accountability in the use of state resources.