Ark. Code Ann. § 23-17-102: Railroads may operate telegraphs and telephones - Authority

Any railroad company incorporated by the laws of or operating lines of railroad within this state, upon filing its assent to this section and §§ 23-17-101 , 23-17-103 - 23-17-108 , and 23-17-113 in the office of the Secretary of State, shall thereby become clothed with the rights, powers, and duties provided for telegraph and telephone companies.