The bill establishes the Arkansas Broadband Advisory Council, which will advise the Department of Commerce on the development and oversight of broadband policy in the state. The council will consist of sixteen members, including representatives from various sectors such as agriculture, healthcare, education, and local government, as well as private citizens. Members will serve five-year terms and will not have ties to internet service providers to ensure impartiality. The council is tasked with researching broadband access needs, barriers, and goals, as well as assessing digital literacy and the use of mobile technology in broadband deployment.

Additionally, the bill includes an emergency clause, highlighting the urgency of establishing the council due to anticipated federal funding for broadband initiatives. The council will provide stakeholder input on the federal Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment Program and will submit annual reports on its activities and recommendations. The council is set to expire on December 31, 2028, unless extended.