The Arkansas Cybersecurity Act of 2025 aims to establish a comprehensive framework for cybersecurity within state agencies. The act introduces the State Cybersecurity Office, which will be managed by the State Information Security Officer and will oversee all cybersecurity and information security functions across state agencies. The office is tasked with maximizing cybersecurity resources, establishing governance policies, and ensuring compliance with state and federal standards. It will also conduct audits and report findings to the Joint Committee on Advanced Communications and Information Technology at least twice a year.

Key definitions are provided in the act, including "cybersecurity," which encompasses the protection of systems and data from cyber threats, and "information security," which focuses on reducing risks of unauthorized access to state information. The act mandates that state agencies comply with the governance standards set by the State Cybersecurity Office, while allowing for more stringent agency-specific standards. Additionally, the act allows for the creation of a Cybersecurity Governance Team to assist in developing cybersecurity plans and policies, ensuring a coordinated approach to safeguarding state information technology systems.