This bill proposes an appropriation of $3,000,000 for the construction expenses of a police station facility at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026. The funds will be allocated from the cash fund in the State Treasury, as determined by the Chief Fiscal Officer of the State. The bill emphasizes compliance with various state laws and regulations regarding the disbursement of these funds, ensuring that all financial controls are adhered to during the process.
Additionally, the bill includes an emergency clause stating that the act will take effect on July 1, 2025, to ensure the timely operation of the agency involved. This clause highlights the urgency of the appropriation, indicating that any delay in its implementation could negatively impact essential governmental programs. The legislative intent is to ensure that the funds are used in accordance with the reasons for which the act was adopted, as outlined in various budgetary documents and testimonies.