HB1088
An Act For The Department Of Finance And Administration - Disbursing Officer Supplemental Appropriation.
Last Action (April 14, 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 1088 provides a supplemental appropriation for the Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration - Disbursing Officer for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. The bill allocates $8 million to the Firemen's and Police Officers' Pension and Relief Fund and $5 million to provide additional funding for local fire departments. This funding is in addition to amounts previously appropriated in Act 1006 of 2025. The legislation includes standard language regarding compliance with state fiscal laws and procedures. Additionally, the bill contains an emergency clause, stating that the supplemental funds are necessary for the continued provision of essential governmental services and that the act will take effect immediately upon its passage and approval.
Potential Impact Analysis
Who Might Benefit?
The primary beneficiaries of this bill are local municipal fire departments and police departments across Arkansas. Additionally, retired law enforcement officers and firefighters, as well as current personnel who participate in state-sanctioned pension and relief funds, will benefit from the increased financial support provided by this appropriation.
Who Might Suffer?
There are no specific groups or entities negatively impacted by this legislation, as it serves to provide additional funding to public safety agencies. However, from a fiscal perspective, the state budget may experience a reduction in available funds for other potential government programs or expenditures due to the reallocation of these specific monies toward pensions and fire services.
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