HB1043

House Bill 1043 is an appropriation act for the Arkansas Governor's Mansion Commission for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. It establishes the maximum number of regular and temporary employees authorized for the commission and sets their respective salary grades. The bill appropriates a total of $1,500,250 from the State Central Services Fund for operations, which includes personal services, maintenance, utilities, and mansion allowances. Additionally, it provides $500,000 from a cash fund for the maintenance and operations of the Grand Hall, mansion, and grounds. The bill includes provisions for transferring excess funds from the Governor's Mansion Cash Fund to the State Central Services Fund at the end of the fiscal year. Finally, it mandates strict compliance with state fiscal and procurement laws and includes an emergency clause to ensure the funding takes effect by July 1, 2026.