This bill aims to establish funding and an organizational structure for state-supported multi-jurisdictional drug task forces in Arkansas for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026. It includes provisions for the appropriation of funds for personal services and operating expenses, specifically allocating $180,000 for the Drug Task Force Coordinator and $14,066,360 for the Multi-Jurisdictional Drug Task Force, which encompasses salaries, personal services matching, and operational expenses. The bill outlines the maximum number of employees for various positions within the task forces, including a Drug Task Force Coordinator, Commander, Supervising Agent, Agent, and Administrative Assistant.

Additionally, the bill introduces special language regarding salary consistency with the state pay plan, recognition of prior service for leave benefits, and the responsibilities of each task force in covering operational expenses. It emphasizes the legislative intent to ensure adequate drug enforcement across the state while maintaining flexibility to meet the needs of different judicial districts. The bill also includes an emergency clause to ensure its immediate effectiveness from July 1, 2025, to prevent disruption in essential governmental programs.