The bill proposes an appropriation for the University of Central Arkansas for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026, detailing the maximum number of regular employees and their respective salary rates. It establishes a total of 2,298 positions, including various administrative, academic, and auxiliary roles, with specified salary ranges for each position. The bill also allocates funds for personal services, operating expenses, and extra help, with a total amount appropriated of $65,535,304 from state operations and $186,055,705 from cash funds.
Additionally, the bill includes new legal language that emphasizes compliance with existing laws regarding the disbursement of funds and outlines the legislative intent behind the appropriations. An emergency clause is also included, stating that the act must take effect on July 1, 2025, to ensure the continued operation of the university and prevent any disruption in essential services.