HB1635
An Act For A Grant For An Arkansas Teaching Veterinarian Hospital At The Little Rock Zoo For The Department Of Finance And Administration - Disbursing Officer Appropriation For The 2025-2026 Fiscal Year.
Last Action (May 5, 2025): Died in House Committee at Sine Die adjournment.
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AI-Generated Summary
House Bill 1635 is an appropriation act that provides $5,000,000 in state funding for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026. The funds are designated as a grant to the Department of Finance and Administration - Disbursing Officer for the construction-related expenses of an Arkansas Teaching Veterinarian Hospital at the Little Rock Zoo. The bill mandates that the disbursement of these funds must strictly comply with state fiscal control laws, procurement regulations, and budgetary procedures. Additionally, the act includes a legislative intent clause requiring that funds be used in accordance with official budget manuals and legislative testimony. An emergency clause is included to ensure the act takes effect on July 1, 2025, to allow for the immediate administration of the program.
Potential Impact Analysis
Who Might Benefit?
The primary beneficiaries include the Little Rock Zoo, which will receive funding for its facility expansion, and veterinary students or academic institutions that will utilize the teaching hospital for clinical training. Additionally, the animals housed at the zoo and the broader community will benefit from improved veterinary medical capabilities and educational opportunities provided by the new facility.
Who Might Suffer?
The primary group negatively impacted would be the Arkansas state treasury and, by extension, the taxpayers of Arkansas, as the bill directs $5,000,000 of state resources toward this specific project rather than other potential government services or budgetary priorities. There are no other groups specifically harmed by the provisions of this legislation.
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