This bill proposes an appropriation of $15,197,712 for the University of Arkansas at Monticello for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026, which includes provisions for personal services and operating expenses across its campuses, including Monticello, McGehee, and Crossett. It establishes a maximum number of regular employees and outlines their salary rates for various administrative and academic positions, including twelve-month and nine-month roles. Additionally, the bill authorizes a maximum of 790 part-time or temporary employees, known as "Extra Help," for the Monticello campus and 36 for the McGehee campus, with pay rates adhering to the Uniform Classification and Compensation Act.

Significant new legal language in the bill includes specific appropriations for regular salaries, personal services matching, and operational expenses for each campus, as well as an emergency clause that mandates the bill's immediate effectiveness starting July 1, 2025. This emergency clause underscores the urgency of the appropriations to ensure the proper administration of essential governmental programs and compliance with state laws regarding fund disbursement.