HB1003

House Bill 1003 is a general appropriation act for the Arkansas state government for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025. It provides funding for specific judicial expenses, including special/recalled judges, trial judge expenses, and district judge travel reimbursements. Additionally, the bill appropriates funds for interim expense reimbursements for members of the Arkansas House of Representatives and the Arkansas Senate. It sets out the specific roles of disbursing officers for these funds and establishes guidelines for reimbursement claims. The bill also authorizes per diem and mileage for legislators attending the biennial Institute of Legislative Procedure. Finally, it includes an emergency clause to ensure the appropriations take effect on July 1, 2024, to prevent the interruption of essential governmental functions.