The Arkansas Fourth Amendment Protection Act aims to enhance the protection of individuals' electronic data and metadata from unauthorized collection by state agencies in collaboration with federal entities. The bill introduces a new subchapter to the Arkansas Code, defining key terms such as "electronic data," "metadata," and "state agency." It establishes that state agencies are prohibited from assisting federal agencies in collecting electronic data or metadata unless specific conditions are met, such as obtaining informed consent from the individual or adhering to legal requirements for warrants.

Additionally, the bill outlines the criteria for lawful collection of electronic data or metadata, emphasizing the necessity of a warrant based on reasonable cause that specifically describes the target of the search or seizure, or compliance with recognized exceptions to the warrant requirement. This legislation seeks to reinforce the privacy rights of individuals in Arkansas by limiting the circumstances under which their electronic communications and related information can be accessed by government authorities.