The proposed bill establishes the "Workforce Experience Opportunities Act of 2025," which aims to enhance employment, income, and self-sufficiency for families receiving Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits. It introduces a new subchapter to the Arkansas Code that allows these recipients to fulfill work requirements by volunteering at state-funded entities. The bill outlines definitions for key terms such as "state-funded entity," "work requirement volunteer," and the responsibilities of these entities in accommodating volunteers, including providing necessary documentation and ensuring that the presence of volunteers does not interfere with essential operations.

Additionally, the bill addresses liability issues, stating that state-funded entities and their employees are not liable for injuries caused by work requirement volunteers, except in cases of reckless or intentional misconduct. It also clarifies that volunteers are not eligible for workers' compensation benefits. The provisions of this subchapter will take effect on January 1, 2026.