AR HB1800

Creates new disclosure requirements for "representatives of hostile foreign principals" who must register with the Secretary of State within 10 days of becoming a representative and update their registration quarterly

Defines "hostile foreign nations" as China, Russia, North Korea, and Iran, with "hostile foreign principal" including their governments, political parties, nonresident aliens, and organizations based in those countries

Requires "foreign-supported political organizations" (those receiving money from hostile foreign principals within the past 5 years while engaging in political activity) to register annually with the Secretary of State by January 31, starting in 2026

Establishes civil penalties of up to $500 per violation and up to $2,000 for willful or repeated violations, with the Secretary of State authorized to investigate complaints

Expands Arkansas Ethics Commission jurisdiction to include enforcement of the new hostile foreign principal disclosure requirements alongside existing campaign finance and lobbying disclosure laws