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 new provisions for the Nanotechnology Center and the William H. Bowen School of Law, with specific appropriations of $2,000,000 and $800,000 respectively. The total amount appropriated for state operations is $72,897,334, while cash funds total $162,298,699.
Additionally, the bill authorizes the hiring of up to 1,300 temporary or part-time employees as "Extra Help" and mandates compliance with various fiscal control laws during the disbursement of funds. An emergency clause is included, stating that the act must take effect on July 1, 2025, to ensure the continued operation of the university and its programs. The bill reflects a commitment to supporting educational and operational needs at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock while adhering to state regulations.