HB1036
An Act For The Department Of Health Appropriation For The 2026-2027 Fiscal Year.
Last Action (April 1, 2026): Read the first time, rules suspended, read the second time and referred to the Committee on JOINT BUDGET COMMITTEE
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AI-Generated Summary
House Bill 1036 is an appropriations act for the Arkansas Department of Health for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2027. The bill establishes the maximum number of regular and temporary employees for various departmental units, including Shared Services, Operations, and the Trauma System. It outlines specific salary grades and positions for over 2,200 staff members. Furthermore, the bill allocates funding for personal services, operating expenses, and specific public health initiatives. Key funding allocations include appropriations for infectious disease control, the breast care program, the kidney disease program, and trauma system expenses. The bill also authorizes expenditures for health building acquisitions, renovations, and grants to local health units. Finally, it provides for emergency medical services through the Emergency Medical Services Revolving Fund.
Potential Impact Analysis
Who Might Benefit?
The primary beneficiaries are the employees and administrative staff of the Arkansas Department of Health, whose salaries and employment positions are authorized by this bill. Additionally, the public at large in Arkansas benefits from the continued funding of health services, infectious disease control, breast care programs, kidney disease programs, and trauma and emergency medical system support. Local health units and medical facilities that receive grants for construction and renovation also stand to benefit.
Who Might Suffer?
There are no specific groups or entities directly negatively impacted by this bill, as it is a routine legislative appropriation measure. However, because this bill dictates a fixed budget, any potential negative impact would be felt if the allocated funds prove insufficient to meet actual operational costs or if the salary caps and headcount limits inhibit the Department of Health from responding effectively to unforeseen public health emergencies.
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