AR SB758

Appropriates $25,000 to the Department of Human Services from the General Improvement Fund for food pantry grants covering personal services, operating expenses, and equipment.

Allows the Department of Human Services to adopt new rules and regulations to carry out the appropriation without being restricted by requirements applicable to other programs.

Permits institutions and agencies to supplement state funds with grants, donations, federal funds, and unobligated cash income for project financing.

Requires strict compliance with state purchasing, accounting, budgetary procedures, and revenue stabilization laws unless specifically exempted by law.

Takes effect July 1, 2013 under emergency clause to ensure agency operation and prevent irreparable harm to governmental programs.