AR HB1022

Appropriates $55,027,677 in federal funds to the State Department for Social Security Administration Disability Determination for fiscal year ending June 30, 2017, including $26,037,436 for regular salaries and $8,484,141 for personal services matching.

Establishes maximum of 479 regular employees across 37 classifications, ranging from a DDSSA Director at $132,301 annually to various specialist, consultant, and administrative positions at specified grade levels.

Authorizes up to 20 temporary or part-time "Extra Help" employees with a maximum of $390,000 appropriated, with a restriction that no extra help employee shall exceed 1,800 hours in any single fiscal year.

Allocates funds for operating expenses including $3,984,400 for operational expenses, $15,145,200 for professional fees, $26,500 for conferences and travel, and $100,000 for capital outlay.

Declares an emergency effective July 1, 2016, stating that the appropriation is essential for agency operations and compliance with state fiscal control laws and procurement regulations.