This bill appropriates funds for the personal services and operating expenses of Deputy Prosecuting Attorneys in Arkansas for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2027. It establishes a maximum number of regular employees across various positions, including Senior Deputy Prosecuting Attorneys and Deputy Prosecuting Attorneys, totaling 289 employees. The bill specifies the salary grades for each position and allocates a total of $32,963,653 for regular salaries, personal services matching, special deputy expense allowances, and licensure expenses.
Additionally, the bill includes an emergency clause, stating that the appropriations are essential for the agency's operations and must take effect on July 1, 2026, to prevent any disruption in governmental programs. The bill emphasizes compliance with existing laws regarding fund disbursement and outlines the legislative intent behind the appropriations, ensuring that the funds are used as intended.