AR SB88

Appropriates $340,677 from the State Central Services Fund to the Office of Lieutenant Governor for fiscal year ending June 30, 2017, including $205,000 for regular salaries and $66,678 for personal services matching.

Establishes maximum of 3 full-time employees: Chief of Staff/Legal Counsel ($95,000), Communications/Policy Director ($70,000), and Executive Assistant/Scheduler ($40,000).

Allocates $52,304 for operating expenses and $16,695 for conferences and travel, with $0 for professional fees, capital outlay, and data processing.

Authorizes the Office of Lieutenant Governor to transfer appropriations between line items with approval from the Chief Fiscal Officer and review by the Arkansas Legislative Council.

Takes effect July 1, 2016 with emergency clause declaring immediate implementation necessary for proper agency operation.