Arkansas Voters to Decide Key Ballot Issues in November
In the upcoming November election, Arkansas voters will weigh in on significant changes to the state constitution. The Arkansas legislature has proposed a constitutional amendment, while two citizen-led initiatives are also on the ballot.
Legislative Proposal:
- Issue 1: A proposed amendment allowing lottery proceeds to fund scholarships and grants for Arkansans attending vocational-technical schools and technical institutes.
Citizen Proposals:
- Issue 2: An amendment requiring local voter approval for new casino licenses and repealing the authority to issue a casino license in Pope County. This measure is currently facing a court challenge.
- Issue 3: The Arkansas Medical Marijuana Amendment of 2024, which is still in the signature collection phase. If sponsors fail to gather enough signatures, votes on this issue will not be counted.
For detailed information on each proposal, visit uaex.uada.edu/ballot. The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture provides unbiased information on statewide ballot issues.
Voter Registration:
To vote, residents must be U.S. citizens, 18 or older, and registered at least 30 days before an election. Registration applications are available online and in various public offices.
Voting Options:
Arkansas offers multiple voting methods: absentee ballot by mail or drop-off, early in-person voting, and voting on Election Day. Absentee ballots require a photo ID or documentation of eligibility. Photo ID is required for in-person voting, with various accepted forms including Arkansas driver’s licenses and U.S. passports.
Election Day:
- General Election: November 5, 2024
Polling stations are open from 7:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Election Day. For more details on voting locations and ballot information, visit www.voterview.ar-nova.org/VoterView or contact the Arkansas Secretary of State’s office at www.sos.arkansas.gov/elections or 1-800-482-1127.
