AR SB19

Establishes maximum of 12 regular employees for the Office of the Prosecutor Coordinator for fiscal year 2022-2023, including positions such as Prosecutor Coordinator, Deputy Prosecutor Coordinator, Attorney Specialists, and administrative staff.

Appropriates $1,219,005 from the State Central Services Fund for regular salaries ($812,739), personal services matching ($251,487), operating expenses ($150,087), and conferences and travel ($4,692).

Appropriates $70,660 from the Law Enforcement and Prosecutor Drug Enforcement Training Fund for law enforcement and prosecutor drug enforcement training programs.

Appropriates $36,345 in federal funds for refunds and reimbursements to eligible state and federal public defenders and deputy prosecuting attorneys for qualified student loan repayment.

Effective July 1, 2022, with all disbursements subject to compliance with state procurement laws, accounting procedures, and fiscal control regulations.