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AR HJR1017
Joint Resolution
Status
5/5/2025
Primary Sponsor
David Ray
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AI Summary
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Adds a new requirement for citizen-initiated ballot measures and constitutional amendments to pass: must win both a majority of statewide votes AND a majority of votes in a majority of Arkansas's 75 counties (at least 38 counties)
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Applies the same dual-majority requirement to constitutional amendments proposed by the General Assembly
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Exempts referendum measures (votes to repeal existing laws) from the county requirement—these would still pass or fail based solely on the statewide popular vote
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Effective date of January 1, 2027, if approved by voters at the next general election
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Amends Article 5, § 1; Article 19, § 22; and Amendment 70, § 2 of the Arkansas Constitution
Legislative Description
A Constitutional Amendment Providing That A Proposed State-wide Initiated Act Or Constitutional Amendment Shall Become A Law When Approved By A Majority Of The Votes Cast In The Election And A Majority Of The Counties Of The State.
Last Action
Died in House Committee at Sine Die adjournment.
5/5/2025