AR HB1120

Establishes a maximum of 2 regular employees for the Arkansas Waterways Commission during fiscal year 2012-2013: one Director and one Administrative Specialist III.

Appropriates $203,426 from the Miscellaneous Agencies Fund Account for the commission's fiscal year ending June 30, 2013, including $120,670 for regular salaries, $33,126 for personal services matching, and $43,879 for operating expenses.

Allocates regional contributions for membership dues: $3,000 maximum to the Lower Mississippi Valley Flood Control Association and $1,000 maximum each to four other river valley associations.

Requires compliance with state procurement laws, budgeting procedures, revenue stabilization law, and regulations of the Department of Finance and Administration when disbursing funds.

Declares an emergency effective July 1, 2012, stating the appropriation is essential for the agency's operation and to ensure immediate preservation of public programs.