HB1049 Animal Rescue Shelters Appropriation 2026-2027 Fiscal Year
Summary
The Arkansas State Legislature passed HB1049, the Animal Rescue Shelters Appropriation Act for the 2026-2027 fiscal year, authorizing funding for animal rescue shelters under the Office of the Treasurer of State. The Joint Budget Committee sponsored and advanced the bill through committee referral and floor action. This appropriations measure establishes state funding allocations for animal shelter operations and rescue programs during the specified biennium.
What changed
HB1049 establishes a new state appropriation for animal rescue shelters under the Office of the Treasurer of State covering the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The Joint Budget Committee sponsored the bill, which advanced through the House via committee referral to the Joint Budget Committee, received a Do Pass recommendation, and was passed by the House on April 14, 2026.
Arkansas animal rescue shelters and nonprofits receiving state funding should monitor for implementing guidance from the Office of the Treasurer of State regarding disbursement procedures and reporting requirements. State agencies administering the program should prepare for new administrative responsibilities associated with distributing fiscal year 2026-2027 shelter appropriations.
What to do next
- Monitor for gubernatorial action and enrollment
- Review appropriation terms for eligibility requirements
- Coordinate with administering state agencies
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ChangeBridge / Arkansas / HB1049 Passed HB1049 House Bill Passed 2026-04-01
An Act For The Office Of The Treasurer Of State - Animal Rescue Shelters Appropriation For The 2026-2027 Fiscal Year.
Bill Details
State Arkansas
Session 95th General Assembly (2026 Fiscal)
Chamber House
Official Source arkleg.state.ar.us/Bills/Detail?id=hb1049&...
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Joint Budget Committee
Action History
2026-04-14 H Returned by the Committee Do Pass 2026-04-08 H Read the first time, rules suspended, read the second time and referred to the Committee on JOINT BUDGET COMMITTEE 2026-04-01 H Filed
Committee Referrals
2026-04-08 J Budget
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