SB41

Senate Bill 41 is a fiscal appropriation act for the Arkansas Department of Health's Minority Health Commission for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025. It authorizes the allocation of $1,791,367 from the Targeted State Needs Program Account to support the commission's Minority Health Initiative. The bill establishes a maximum of six regular employee positions and provides funding for personal services, operating expenses, and specific health initiatives such as screening, monitoring, and treatment. It includes provisions for budgetary flexibility, allowing the agency to transfer funds between certain budget categories subject to the approval of the Legislative Council or Joint Budget Committee. Furthermore, the bill outlines limitations on the use of Tobacco Settlement funds and requires compliance with state fiscal and budgetary laws. Finally, it declares an emergency to ensure the legislation takes effect by July 1, 2024, to maintain continuous operations for the commission.