This bill proposes to amend Title 18 of the Arizona Revised Statutes by adding a new Chapter 8, which focuses on prohibited telecommunications infrastructure. It introduces definitions for "critical telecommunications infrastructure," "foreign adversary," "telecommunications provider," and "telecommunications services." The bill mandates that any critical telecommunications infrastructure within Arizona must not include equipment manufactured by a foreign adversary, and it requires the removal and replacement of any existing prohibited equipment. Additionally, telecommunications providers are required to certify annually that their infrastructure complies with these regulations and face penalties for noncompliance.

The bill also stipulates that telecommunications providers who remove or replace prohibited equipment are not required to obtain additional permits, provided they notify the relevant state agency. Violations of the certification requirements can result in significant civil penalties, and noncompliant providers will be barred from receiving state or local funding for telecommunications infrastructure projects. The overarching goal of the legislation is to enhance the security of Arizona's telecommunications grid by eliminating hardware and software sourced from foreign adversaries, with the act set to take effect after December 31, 2026, and officially titled the "Secure Telecommunications Act of 2026."