HB1014

House Bill 1014 is an appropriation act for the Arkansas Department of Human Services (DHS) - Division of Provider Services and Quality Assurance for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The bill authorizes funding for personal services, including regular salaries for up to 186 employees and eight temporary positions, as well as general operating expenses. It specifies a total appropriation of $19,444,005 to support the division's administrative, regulatory, and investigative functions. The legislation details salary grades and positions for staff, including inspectors, quality assurance specialists, and nursing professionals. Additionally, the bill outlines compliance requirements for fiscal procedures and expresses legislative intent regarding how the funds should be utilized. Finally, it includes an emergency clause to ensure the funding takes effect by July 1, 2026, to prevent operational disruption.