# Arkansas House Reviews 2027 Education Budget

Arkansas has begun pre-session budget hearings ahead of the 2027 Regular Session, which starts January 11, 2027. Proposed increases to per-student foundation funding and support for specialized education programs could shape state education spending, while general revenue is above both last year’s level and forecast. Hearings continue through October, and the Governor’s balanced budget proposal is expected November 6. These are budget proposals, not finalized appropriations or announced procurement opportunities.

- Education suppliers and service providers can use the proposals as early indicators of potential state spending priorities, but should not treat them as approved funding or committed procurements.
- Companies serving Arkansas schools should account for the Governor’s November 6 proposal and the January 11 session when planning budgets and sales activity; final allocations may change during the legislative process.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Education
**Topics:** Grants & Funding
**Published:** October 09, 2026

### Government Entities
- Arkansas House of Representatives
- Arkansas House Education Committee
- Arkansas Senate
- Arkansas Senate Education Committee

### Sources
- [Budget Hearings Begin - Arkansas House of Representatives](https://www.arkansashouse.org/news/post/68296/budget-hearings-begin-3/) - AR