SB83

Senate Bill 83 is an appropriations bill that provides funding for the Arkansas Department of Agriculture for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024. The bill outlines the maximum number of authorized regular, full-time employees for both 'Shared Services' and 'Operations' divisions, setting specific limits on staff positions and their corresponding salary grades. It authorizes 'extra help' or part-time/temporary positions to assist the department as needed. The legislation appropriates specific dollar amounts for regular salaries, personal services matching, operating expenses, professional fees, and capital outlay. Additionally, it provides funding for specific programs such as the Boll Weevil program and livestock disease control and eradication. The bill essentially serves as the annual budget authorization to ensure the department can carry out its administrative and regulatory functions.