HB1072

House Bill 1072 is an appropriations bill that provides funding for the Arkansas State Department for Social Security Administration Disability Determination for the 2024-2025 fiscal year. It establishes the maximum number of regular, full-time positions at 596 and authorizes up to 20 temporary or part-time 'extra help' positions. The bill allocates a total of $76,713,413 from federal funds to cover regular salaries, personal services matching, overtime, and operational expenses, including professional fees and data processing. Furthermore, it includes a provision allowing the agency to establish up to 250 additional positions if necessary to meet federal program requirements, subject to legislative and administrative review. The act mandates strict compliance with state fiscal and procurement laws and includes an emergency clause to ensure funding is available by July 1, 2024.