This bill appropriates funds for personal services and operating expenses for the University of Arkansas at Little Rock for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026. It establishes a maximum number of regular employees and outlines their respective salary rates, including various administrative and academic positions. Notably, the bill includes provisions for a total appropriation of $72,897,334 for state operations, which encompasses regular salaries, personal services matching, and operational expenses. Additionally, it allocates funds for the William H. Bowen School of Law and the Nanotechnology Center, with specific amounts designated for their expenses.
The bill also authorizes the hiring of up to 1,300 temporary or part-time employees, referred to as "Extra Help," and specifies the maximum salaries for various positions. It emphasizes compliance with existing laws regarding fund disbursement and includes an emergency clause to ensure the act's effectiveness starting July 1, 2025. The appropriations are detailed in several sections, with specific amounts allocated for different operational needs, including maintenance, general operations, and capital improvements.