AR HB1760

Allows governing bodies of counties or territorial subdivisions to call local option elections by majority vote, in addition to the existing petition process requiring 15% of qualified electors.

Creates new § 3-8-603 authorizing territorial subdivisions (cities, townships, municipalities, wards, precincts) to independently conduct local option elections on manufacturing and sale of intoxicating liquors within their boundaries.

Establishes that territorial subdivision election results override county election results when they differ on whether to allow alcohol sales in that subdivision.

Allows retail dealers holding valid alcoholic beverage licenses at time of a local option election to retain their licenses even if voters approve prohibition, but prohibits license transfers or relocation.

Reduces petition signature requirement from 38% to 15% of qualified electors in annexed areas and defunct voting districts for local option elections.