The proposed legislation, known as the "Work Protection Act," aims to regulate guaranteed income programs by prohibiting state agencies and local governments from administering, enacting, or enforcing such programs. The act emphasizes the value of work and seeks to prevent the establishment of universal basic income programs unless explicitly authorized by state law. It defines key terms, including "local government," "state agency," and "universal basic income program," to clarify the scope of the prohibitions.

In addition to the title and purpose, the bill introduces a new section to the Arkansas Code that outlines these definitions and the restrictions on universal basic income programs. Specifically, it states that unless there is a federal requirement, no state agency or local government can implement or enforce a universal basic income program. This legislation reflects a clear stance against guaranteed income initiatives at the state and local levels.