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AR HJR1008
Joint Resolution
Status
10/15/2021
Primary Sponsor
Deann Vaught
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AI Summary
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Raises the voter approval threshold for ballot initiatives and referendums from a simple majority to at least 60% of votes cast, effective January 1, 2023
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Amends the "Emergency" provision to require rejection by at least 60% of voters to repeal an emergency measure filed against by referendum
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Changes the "Conflicting Measures" provision to require at least 60% approval when multiple competing initiatives appear on the same ballot, with the measure receiving the highest affirmative votes becoming law
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Applies the 60% threshold to measures submitted to city and town councils in addition to statewide ballot initiatives and referendums
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Requires voter approval at the next general election for Representatives and Senators to adopt the amendment into the Arkansas Constitution
Legislative Description
An Amendment To The Arkansas Constitution To Be Known As The "ballot Initiative Reform Amendment".
Last Action
Died in House Committee at Sine Die Adjournment
10/15/2021