AR HB1933

Requires manufacturers of tablets and smartphones manufactured on or after January 1, 2022, and sold in Arkansas to automatically enable a content filter upon device activation that blocks access to material harmful to minors.

Filter must prevent access to harmful material through mobile data networks, manufacturer-controlled applications, wired internet networks, and wireless internet networks, with notification when blocking occurs and passcode-based override capability.

Creates liability for manufacturers beginning January 1, 2022, if devices activated in Arkansas lack compliant filters and minors access harmful material, with exception for manufacturers making good faith efforts to provide generally accepted and commercially reasonable filtration.

Establishes civil penalties of up to $10 per violation (maximum $500 per action), plus filing fees and attorney's fees, enforceable by the Attorney General or private individuals who follow notice procedures and allow the manufacturer 60 days to cure violations.

Allows private individuals to bring actions in the public interest if the Attorney General declines to pursue a case within 45 days of receiving notice, and permits class actions under Arkansas Rules of Civil Procedure.