Senate Bill 1027 Summary

• Prohibits critical telecommunications infrastructure in Arizona from using equipment manufactured by, in, or by the People's Republic of China, including state-owned enterprises or companies controlled by China.

• Requires existing critical telecommunications infrastructure in operation within Arizona to remove and replace all prohibited equipment with compliant alternatives.

• Telecommunications providers must submit annual certifications to the Arizona Corporation Commission by January 1 confirming compliance with equipment prohibitions.

• Establishes civil penalties of $10,000 to $100,000 per day for violations or false certifications, and prohibits non-compliant providers from receiving state and federal telecommunications funding.

• Takes effect December 31, 2025, and is titled the "Secure Telecommunications Act of 2025."