The proposed bill aims to prohibit lobbying activities on behalf of "covered foreign entities," which are defined as individuals, foreign governments, or parties that meet specific criteria, such as being listed on the U.S. Consolidated Screening List or Entity List, being domiciled in China or Russia, or being under the influence or control of these governments. The bill establishes a clear definition of what constitutes a covered foreign entity and outlines the conditions under which lobbying is prohibited.

Additionally, the bill introduces penalties for individuals who violate this prohibition. For a first offense, violators may face fines ranging from $50 to $3,500. Subsequent offenses escalate in severity, with a second offense classified as an unclassified misdemeanor that could result in up to six months of imprisonment and a $5,000 fine, while a third or subsequent offense is categorized as an unclassified felony, carrying a potential one-year prison term and a $10,000 fine. This legislative measure seeks to enhance the integrity of lobbying practices in Arkansas by restricting interactions with entities that may pose a national security risk.