Statement from Arkansas Secretary of State John Thurston

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August 21, 2020

Statement from Arkansas Secretary of State John Thurston Regarding Statewide Ballot Measures


There have been some inquiries into the ballot measures that were certified. During our review, our office found that Issue 4 and Issue 5 did not submit enough signatures to be included on the ballot. However, the sponsors currently are challenging our review before the Supreme Court.

 

Pursuant to A.C.A. §7-5-204, we are required to certify measures that are currently under challenge. Additionally, I decided it was in the best interests of county election officials if we go ahead and certify the measures to the ballot for coding purposes and preparation purposes only, pending the outcome of the litigation.

 

I will keep you posted on the status of these measures.


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