SB1

Senate Bill 1 is a supplemental appropriations bill that allocates funding for the operational expenses of the Arkansas Senate during the 2023 fiscal year. The bill provides a total of $1,400,000, distributed among three specific categories: $675,000 for mileage, per diem, maintenance, and general operations; $650,000 for employee salaries; and $75,000 for employer matching funds. It grants the Secretary of the Senate the authority to transfer funds between these categories if specific items are found to be unnecessary. The bill mandates strict compliance with state fiscal control laws and procurement regulations. Finally, it includes an emergency clause to ensure the funds are available immediately upon the start of the regular legislative session in January 2023.