Arkansas signature requirements

From Ballotpedia

The signature requirements for the state of Arkansas differ between a statutory initiative, referendum, and a constitutional amendment.

• For a statutory initiative in the state of Arkansas, 8% of the vote cast for Governor is required in signatures. The last election for governor took place in 2006.
• For a constitutional amendment in Arkansas, 10% of the vote cast for Governor is required.
• 6% is required for veto referendum

Geographic distribution

Arkansas has a geographic distribution requirement for signatures. Signatures must be from 4% of registered voters from at least 15 of 75 counties for a statutory initiative or referendum, and 5% of registered voters from at least 15 of 75 counties for a constitutional amendment.

See also

• Laws governing the initiative process in Arkansas
• History of I & R in Arkansas

External links

• 2008 Initiative and Referendum from the Secretary of State
• NCSL signature chart for 2008

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