This bill appropriates funds for personal services and operating expenses for the University of Arkansas and the Division of Agriculture - Arkansas Biosciences Institutes for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026. The total amount appropriated for the Arkansas Biosciences Institute is $2,375,563, which includes regular salaries, personal services matching, and various operational expenses. Similarly, the Division of Agriculture is allocated $2,415,432 for similar purposes. The funding will be sourced from the Arkansas Biosciences Institute Program Account of the Tobacco Settlement Program Fund.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions that restrict the transfer of appropriations and allows for flexibility in managing funds within the institution, requiring prior approval from the Legislative Council or Joint Budget Committee for any transfers. It also clarifies that the state is not committed to continuing funding for positions if Tobacco Settlement funds are insufficient. An emergency clause is included, stating that the act must take effect on July 1, 2025, to ensure the timely operation of the agency. The bill also specifies that certain sections will only be in effect from July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026, and includes various compliance and legislative intent provisions.