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AR HJR1018

Joint Resolution

Official Source

Status

Passed

4/16/2025

Primary Sponsor

David Ray

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Origin

House of Representatives

95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)

AI Summary

  • Proposes a constitutional amendment requiring only U.S. citizens who meet Arkansas elector qualifications to vote in any state or local election
  • Explicitly prohibits persons who do not meet elector qualifications from voting in state or local elections
  • Maintains existing voter requirements: U.S. citizenship, Arkansas residency, at least 18 years of age, and lawful voter registration
  • Requires voter approval at the next general election for Representatives and Senators to become part of the Arkansas Constitution
  • Effective date of January 1, 2027 if approved by voters

Legislative Description

The Citizens Only Voting Amendment.

Last Action

Approved by the Governor

4/21/2025

Committee Referrals

State Agencies & Governmental Affairs4/7/2025
State Agencies and Governmental Affairs2/12/2025

Full Bill Text

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