AR HB1667

Appropriates $48,000 from the General Improvement Fund to the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences for purchase and installation of an emergency generator at the Area Health Education Center - West.

Permits the university to accept and use grants, donations, and Federal funds to supplement state appropriations, but prohibits using existing Maintenance and General Operations funds for this project.

Requires strict compliance with state purchasing laws, accounting procedures, revenue stabilization laws, and Department of Finance and Administration regulations in fund disbursement.

Declares funds must be used in compliance with stated reasons for appropriation as evidenced in budget manuals, letters, and legislative testimony.

Establishes July 1, 2013 as the effective date with an emergency clause finding the appropriation essential for agency operations.