The proposed bill aims to adopt the Uniform Electronic Legal Materials Act in Arkansas, establishing a framework for the management and publication of legal materials in electronic formats. It introduces a new chapter, Chapter 44, which includes definitions for key terms such as "electronic," "legal material," and "official publisher." The act specifies that legal materials published electronically must be designated as official and outlines the responsibilities of official publishers regarding authentication, preservation, security, and public access to these materials.

Additionally, the bill emphasizes the importance of ensuring the integrity and accessibility of electronic legal records, mandating that they be reasonably available for public use on a permanent basis. It also addresses the need for uniformity in application and construction among states that adopt similar laws. The act is set to take effect on January 1, 2026, and modifies certain provisions of the Electronic Signatures in Global and National Commerce Act, while ensuring that specific sections remain unchanged.