AR HB1043

Establishes maximum of 214 regular employees for University of Arkansas Community College at Hope-Texarkana for fiscal year 2024-2025, with positions ranging from Chancellor at $201,684 annually to various support staff roles.

Authorizes up to 200 temporary or part-time "Extra Help" employees at rates not exceeding those in the Uniform Classification and Compensation Act.

Appropriates $6,738,715 from state operations funds, including $5,128,715 for regular salaries and $1,600,000 for personal services matching.

Appropriates $17,419,197 from cash funds for operating expenses, capital improvements ($6,500,000), debt service ($650,000), and other institutional costs.

Effective July 1, 2024, with emergency clause declaring essential for agency operations and compliance with state fiscal control laws required.