HB1074

House Bill 1074 is a fiscal appropriation bill for the Arkansas Department of Energy and Environment, specifically for the Oil and Gas Commission and the Office of the State Geologist for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2027. The bill establishes maximum personnel numbers for both regular and part-time (extra help) employees across various divisions, including administrative, technical, and geologic roles. It authorizes specific funding amounts for personal services, operating expenses, professional fees, data processing, and capital outlay. Additionally, the bill includes targeted appropriations for specific programs, such as an abandoned and orphaned well-plugging program, geologic mapping, and museum expenses. The total appropriations are sourced from various funds, including the Oil and Gas Commission Fund, cash funds, and federal funds. This is a routine budgetary measure to ensure the continued operational funding and staffing authority for these state agencies.