This bill appropriates funds for personal services and operating expenses for the North Arkansas College of the University of Arkansas for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2027. It establishes a maximum number of regular employees, detailing various administrative and academic positions along with their corresponding salary rates. The total amount appropriated for state operations is $9,700,232, which includes regular salaries, personal services matching, and operational expenses. Additionally, the bill allows for the hiring of up to 500 temporary or part-time employees as needed.

The bill also includes several amendments to existing Arkansas Code, specifically changing the name of North Arkansas College to "North Arkansas College of the University of Arkansas" in multiple sections. These amendments affect the allocation and transfer of funds, the creation of the North Arkansas College Fund, and the designation of the college as an agency authorized to have a procurement official. An emergency clause is included, stating that the act must take effect on July 1, 2026, to ensure the college's operations are not disrupted.

Statutes affected:
HB 1057: 6-5-302, 6-5-301
Act 51: 6-5-302, 6-5-301