Arkansas 2026 Regular Session

Arkansas House Bill HB1001

Introduced

4/1/26

Engrossed

4/14/26

Enrolled

4/15/26

Chaptered

4/16/26

Passed

4/16/26

Caption

AN ACT FOR THE ARKANSAS HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIFTH GENERAL ASSEMBLY APPROPRIATION FOR THE 2025-2026 FISCAL YEAR.

Impact

The passage of HB 1001 is crucial for maintaining the legislative processes within the Arkansas government. By providing the necessary financial resources, the bill enables the House to operate effectively during the upcoming session. Furthermore, it includes provisions for potential reallocation of unexpended funds to the operation of the House and associated offices, illustrating flexibility in addressing the financial needs of the legislature as they arise.

Summary

House Bill 1001 is an appropriation bill designed to cover necessary expenses for the Arkansas House of Representatives during the 2025-2026 fiscal year. This bill ensures the allocation of funds for salaries of employees, maintenance operations, and other essential expenses required to facilitate the smooth functioning of the House. In total, the bill appropriates $2,275,160 to fulfill these obligations, which includes $311,500 specifically earmarked for employee salaries.

Sentiment

The sentiment around HB 1001 appears to be overwhelmingly positive, as it addresses the pressing financial requirements for the House's operations. Given the nature of appropriations bills, there is typically broad support to ensure that governmental entities can continue their work without interruption. No significant opposition has been recorded in the voting history, which reflects a consensus on the importance of funding legislative activities.

Contention

Despite the lack of major contention surrounding HB 1001, the only point of attention is the special language included in the bill that prevents certain provisions from being codified into the Arkansas Code or published separately as local laws. This can raise questions about transparency and the handling of budgetary matters within the House, but overall, there have not been any recorded objections or controversies during discussions prior to the bill's approval.

Latest AR HB1001 Activity

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Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

AR HB1001

An Act For The Arkansas House Of Representatives Of The Ninety-fifth General Assembly Appropriation For The 2024-2025 Fiscal Year.

AR SB1

An Act For The Expenses For The Arkansas Senate Of The Ninety-fifth General Assembly Appropriation For The 2025 Fiscal Year.

AR HB1003

An Act For The Arkansas House Of Representatives - Staff Appropriation For The 2025-2026 Fiscal Year.

AR HR1001

To Adopt The Rules Of The House Of Representatives Of The Ninety-fifth General Assembly.

AR SCR1

To Adopt The Joint Rules Of The House Of Representatives And The Senate Of The Ninety-fifth General Assembly.

AR SB125

An Act For The University Of Central Arkansas Appropriation For The 2025-2026 Fiscal Year.

AR HB1086

An Act For The Arkansas Court Of Appeals Appropriation For The 2025-2026 Fiscal Year.

AR SB346

An Act For The Arkansas Senate Appropriation For The 2025-2026 Fiscal Year.

AR HB1264

An Act For The University Of Arkansas - Fort Smith Appropriation For The 2025-2026 Fiscal Year.

AR HR1034

To Amend The Rules Of The House Of Representatives Of The Ninety-fifth General Assembly.

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