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AR SJR11

Joint Resolution

Official Source

Status

Passed

4/16/2025

Primary Sponsor

John Payton

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Origin

Senate

95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)

AI Summary

  • Amends Arkansas Constitution Article 2, § 5 to expand the right to keep and bear arms for common defense, lawful hunting and recreational use, and any other lawful purpose
  • Explicitly includes ammunition, firearm accessories, and firearm components within the constitutional right to keep and bear arms
  • Declares the right to keep and bear arms a "natural, fundamental, and individual right" that shall not be infringed
  • Requires any restriction on the right to keep and bear arms to be "narrowly tailored to serve a compelling state interest" (strict scrutiny standard)
  • Takes effect January 1, 2027 if approved by majority of voters at the next general election

Legislative Description

A Constitutional Amendment To Amend Arkansas Constitution, Article 2, § 5, To Protect The Right To Keep And Bear Arms.

Last Action

Approved by the Governor.

4/22/2025

Committee Referrals

State Agencies and Governmental Affairs4/10/2025
State Agencies & Governmental Affairs2/5/2025

Full Bill Text

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