HB1031

House Bill 1031 provides the fiscal appropriations and establishes the maximum number of regular and extra-help employees for the Arkansas Office of Attorney General for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The bill allocates funding for several specific divisions within the office, including general operations, the Medicaid Fraud Division (both state and federally funded), the Cooperative Disability Investigation Program, and initiatives addressing internet crimes against children. It sets maximum annual salary rates for various staff roles, from executive leadership to administrative assistants. Additionally, the legislation provides appropriations for operating expenses such as professional fees, travel, and capital outlay. It also includes provisions for the use of unrestricted settlement fees and other cash funds for consumer education and enforcement activities. The bill is part of the state's standard budgetary process to ensure the continued legal and administrative functions of the Attorney General's office.