AR SB87

Establishes 12 maximum regular employees for the Arkansas Ethics Commission for fiscal year 2016-2017, including 1 director at $99,211 annually, 4 attorney specialists, 1 IT manager, 3 compliance specialists, 1 business operations specialist, and 2 administrative specialists.

Authorizes up to 2 part-time or temporary "Extra Help" employees at rates not to exceed those in the Uniform Classification and Compensation Act.

Appropriates $927,326 from the Miscellaneous Agencies Fund Account for the Commission's operations, including $613,185 for regular salaries, $1,500 for extra help, $198,563 for personal services matching, and $114,078 for maintenance and general operations.

Requires all fund disbursements to comply with state procurement laws, accounting procedures, revenue stabilization laws, and regulations promulgated by the Department of Finance and Administration.

Declares an emergency effective July 1, 2016, to ensure the Commission can continue operations without interruption.