SB24 Summary

• Establishes appropriations for the Administrative Office of the Courts for fiscal year ending June 30, 2023, across multiple divisions and programs totaling approximately $19.7 million.

• Authorizes a maximum of 45 regular employees and 2 part-time/temporary employees for AOC Operations, with appropriations of $5.34 million including salaries, personal services, and operating expenses.

• Provides appropriations for specialized programs including Dependency-Neglect Representation ($7.72 million), Court Automation ($6.99 million), Dispute Resolution Commission ($333,134), and drug court enhancement ($1.75 million).

• Authorizes appropriations from multiple funding sources including State Central Services Fund, Judicial Fine Collection Enhancement Fund, federal funds, and various cash funds for court-related programs and services.

• Grants transfer authority to the AOC for Dependency-Neglect Representation and Court Automation appropriations with approval from the Chief Fiscal Officer and Arkansas Legislative Council or Joint Budget Committee; effective July 1, 2022.