The bill proposes an appropriation for personal services and operating expenses for the University of Arkansas - Division of Agriculture for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026. It establishes a maximum number of regular employees, detailing various positions and their corresponding salary rates, including administrative, IT, academic, and support roles. The total amount appropriated for regular salaries is set at $47,795,000, with additional funds allocated for extra help, overtime, personal services matching, and operational expenses, culminating in a total appropriation of $78,873,773 from state operations.
Additionally, the bill includes provisions for cash funds, with a total appropriation of $119,540,000 for various operational needs, including capital improvements and debt service. It also addresses the management of the Pine Tree Research Station, stipulating that the property cannot be sold to private entities but may be transferred to non-profit organizations dedicated to public use. The bill emphasizes compliance with existing laws regarding fund disbursement and includes an emergency clause to ensure its immediate effectiveness starting July 1, 2025.