AR SB208

Canvassers collecting signatures on initiative and referendum petitions must view a potential petitioner's photo identification to verify identity before obtaining a signature

Canvassers are prohibited from collecting signatures from individuals whose identity cannot be verified through photo ID

Submitting a canvasser affidavit claiming signatures are genuine without complying with the photo ID verification requirement constitutes a false statement on a petition verification form

Photo identification is defined as documents or ID cards permitted under Arkansas Code § 7-1-101(40)

Declared an emergency to take effect immediately upon approval (March 4, 2025) to avoid disrupting the initiative process for the 2026 general election