AR SB110

Appropriates $11,606,564 for Economic Development Commission State Operations, including $4,724,084 for regular salaries of 116 employees and $1,000,000 for industry training programs.

Appropriates $130,424,115 for Community Assistance (CDBG) Federal programs, including $30,000,000 in grants, $90,475,898 for storm recovery, and $4,747,501 for flood recovery.

Appropriates $51,342,145 for State Energy Plan Federal programs and $2,305,992 for Energy Efficiency Arkansas, plus additional appropriations for technology acceleration ($30,000,000) and super projects ($200,000,000).

Authorizes 11 temporary or part-time employees and grants the Director transfer authority between certain budget line items with Legislative Council or Joint Budget Committee approval.

Effective July 1, 2011, with special provisions for foreign office operations, rural development grants, multi-use facilities prioritization, and expanded public participation in community development planning.