AR HB1292

Establishes maximum of 529 regular employees for Southern Arkansas University for fiscal year 2021-2022, with specific salary ranges for administrative, academic, and classified positions ranging from $38,471 to $267,700 annually.

Authorizes up to 1,900 temporary or part-time "Extra Help" employees at rates not to exceed those in the Uniform Classification and Compensation Act.

Appropriates $18,740,349 from the Southern Arkansas University Fund for state operations including $16,585,000 for regular salaries and $1,825,190 for personal services matching.

Appropriates $51,488,000 from cash funds for operations including $7,033,000 regular salaries, $3,550,000 for extra help, $19,250,000 operating expenses, and $7,000,000 for capital improvements.

Authorizes Board of Trustees to reimburse faculty tuition and educational expenses for critical shortage instructional areas, and allows special allowances up to $10,000 annually for coaches of multiple sports.