HB1050

House Bill 1050 is an appropriations bill for the Arkansas Department of Transformation and Shared Services - Division of Information Systems for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025. The bill establishes the maximum number of regular, full-time employees at 207, along with authorization for 18 part-time or temporary 'Extra Help' positions. It appropriates over $98 million from the Division of Information Systems Revolving Fund for operational expenses, including salaries, equipment, and telecommunication services. Additionally, it provides $3.5 million from the Information Technology Reserve Fund for major equipment acquisitions and IT improvements. The bill grants the Department authority to adjust billing rates to maintain state and federal regulatory compliance. Finally, it outlines provisions for transferring funds and appropriations between line items, subject to oversight by the Chief Fiscal Officer of the State and the Arkansas Legislative Council or Joint Budget Committee.