SB74

Senate Bill 74 is an appropriations bill that establishes the authorized staffing levels and funding for the Arkansas Department of Veterans Affairs for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026. The bill provides appropriations for regular salaries, personal services, and operating expenses across various divisions, including state operations, veterans' homes, veterans' cemeteries, and the military funeral honors program. It specifies the maximum number of full-time employees and temporary help for these departments. Additionally, the bill includes $45 million in total funding (split between state and federal sources) for the land acquisition, construction, and equipment of a new State Veterans' Home in Northwest Arkansas. The total appropriations cover multiple funds, including the Miscellaneous Agencies Fund, cash funds, and the Military Funeral Honors Fund. This legislation ensures that the necessary administrative and operational infrastructure is funded for veterans' services in the state.