AR SB62

Appropriates $179,570 to the Arkansas Psychology Board for fiscal year 2014-2015, payable from cash funds as defined in Arkansas Code 19-4-801.

Establishes maximum of 2 regular employees: 1 Director of Psychology Board (Grade C115) and 1 Administrative Specialist III (Grade C112).

Breaks down appropriation as: $66,547 for regular salaries, $24,447 for personal services matching, $60,849 for operating expenses, $3,000 for conferences and travel, and $24,727 for professional fees.

Requires the agency to request legal services from the Attorney General first; the board may only employ private legal counsel if the Attorney General certifies in writing that sufficient personnel are unavailable and consents to the arrangement.

Becomes effective July 1, 2014 as an emergency measure to ensure continuous operation of the agency during the fiscal year.