{"id":2671,"date":"2026-10-25T22:37:11","date_gmt":"2026-10-26T03:37:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/rivervalleyrecord.com\/?p=2671"},"modified":"2026-10-25T22:43:35","modified_gmt":"2026-10-26T03:43:35","slug":"arkansas-ballot-issues-2026-explained","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/rivervalleyrecord.com\/es\/arkansas-ballot-issues-2026-explained\/","title":{"rendered":"Arkansas voters face four ballot issues Nov. 3. Here&#8217;s what each one would do."},"content":{"rendered":"<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-4-3 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"\ud83d\uddf3\ufe0f Four ballot issues. What do they actually mean for Arkansas voters?\" width=\"500\" height=\"375\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/UxR6_SlfYlQ?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When Arkansas voters reach the end of their ballots this general election, they&#8217;ll find four questions that could shape the state&#8217;s constitution, influence economic development and determine how Arkansas pays for future water infrastructure projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The language can get complicated, particularly when it comes to constitutional amendments, government borrowing and property taxes. But understanding what&#8217;s actually being proposed doesn&#8217;t have to be.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">River Valley Record spoke with <strong>Kristin Netterstrom Higgins<\/strong>, a program associate with the Public Policy Center at the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture, to help break down the four statewide measures voters will decide in the Nov. 3 general election.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Higgins works with the university&#8217;s Cooperative Extension Service, which has provided nonpartisan ballot issue education to Arkansas voters for more than two decades.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This year, voters will consider three proposed constitutional amendments and one statewide bond issue. All four were referred to voters by the Arkansas Legislature, rather than through citizen petition efforts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here&#8217;s what each one would do and what a vote for or against it means.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Issue 1: The Citizens Only Voting Amendment<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>The basic question:<\/strong> Should Arkansas change its constitution to state more explicitly that only U.S. citizens can vote in state and local elections?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Arkansas already requires voters to be U.S. citizens, residents of the state, at least 18 years old and legally registered to vote.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Issue 1 would not change those four qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Instead, the proposed amendment would change the wording of the Arkansas Constitution, replacing language that says a person <em>may vote<\/em> if they meet those requirements with language emphasizing that <em>only<\/em> people who meet those requirements may vote.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Higgins explained that the change is intended to make the existing restrictions more explicit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Supporters point to communities in other states, including California, that have allowed certain noncitizens to participate in local elections, such as school board races.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The idea is to prevent similar policies from being adopted in Arkansas by making the state constitution&#8217;s language more restrictive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Opponents argue the amendment is unnecessary because Arkansas law already prohibits noncitizens from voting. The state has required U.S. citizenship for voting in state and local elections since 1920, and no Arkansas local government has proposed changing that requirement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>What it means for voters:<\/strong> A vote <em>for<\/em> Issue 1 would make the constitutional language more explicit about citizenship requirements. A vote <em>against<\/em> would leave the existing language and voter qualifications unchanged.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.uaex.uada.edu\/business-communities\/voter-education\/issue1.aspx\">Read the Public Policy Center&#8217;s full Issue 1 explanation.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Issue 2: The Right to Keep and Bear Arms Amendment<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>The basic question:<\/strong> Should Arkansas expand its constitutional protections for firearms, ammunition and firearm accessories?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Arkansas&#8217; constitution currently contains a relatively short provision guaranteeing citizens the right to keep and bear arms for their common defense.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Issue 2 would expand that language considerably.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The proposal would specifically recognize the right to keep and bear arms for lawful hunting, recreational use and any other lawful purpose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It would also clarify that the right includes ammunition, firearm components and accessories.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Perhaps most significantly, the amendment would declare the right to keep and bear arms a natural, fundamental and individual right that shall not be infringed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Higgins explained that distinction could become important when firearms laws are challenged in court.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Supporters argue that the amendment would give judges clearer constitutional direction and strengthen protections against future restrictions on firearms and related equipment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The proposal was sponsored in the Legislature by Sen. John Payton of Wilburn and <strong>Rep. Matt Duffield of Russellville<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>What it means for voters:<\/strong> A vote <em>for<\/em> Issue 2 would expand the state&#8217;s constitutional language protecting the right to keep and bear arms. A vote <em>against<\/em> would preserve the current wording.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.uaex.uada.edu\/business-communities\/voter-education\/issue2.aspx\">Read the Public Policy Center&#8217;s full Issue 2 explanation.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Issue 3: Creating economic development districts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>The basic question:<\/strong> Should Arkansas allow new economic development programs and special districts that could use public money, issue debt and collect their own taxes or fees?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Of the four statewide proposals, Issue 3 may be the most complicated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It deals with how cities, counties and the state can use public funds to encourage business investment, redevelopment and economic growth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Arkansas&#8217; constitution generally restricts the use of public money for private purposes, although voters have approved several exceptions over the years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Issue 3 would give the Legislature additional authority to establish economic development programs involving public grants, loans and other financial incentives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Those programs could be used for purposes such as reducing unemployment, improving property, expanding transportation or commerce, and encouraging economic growth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The amendment would also allow lawmakers to authorize the creation of <strong>economic development districts<\/strong> within cities, counties or areas working together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Higgins compared the concept to tax increment financing, commonly called TIF, which Arkansas voters authorized in 2000.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With traditional TIF districts, an area is designated for redevelopment, and increases in property tax revenue resulting from rising property values can be used to pay debt associated with improvements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Issue 3 would work differently.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Under the proposal, property within a newly created economic development district would be exempt from existing property taxes levied by schools, cities, counties and other taxing entities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The new district would instead have authority to impose its own taxes, assessments or other charges on property within its boundaries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That distinction has implications for local government and school funding, because property tax revenue that otherwise would go to existing taxing entities could be affected.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Supporters see the proposal as another tool for attracting investment, developing housing, revitalizing underused commercial properties and helping Arkansas communities compete with those in neighboring states.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Opponents question whether it would give government too much power to direct public resources toward private development. They also raise concerns about the potential loss of existing tax revenue for schools and local governments, along with the financial risks associated with district debt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There is another important distinction: <strong>Approving Issue 3 would not automatically create an economic development district or authorize a particular project.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Higgins explained that lawmakers would still have to pass additional legislation establishing how the districts would operate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That means questions about district boundaries, management, financial incentives and many aspects of taxation would be addressed through future legislation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The amendment would give lawmakers the constitutional authority to move forward with those policies, but many of the specific rules would come later.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>What it means for voters:<\/strong> A vote <em>for<\/em> Issue 3 would give the Legislature authority to create these new economic development tools and districts. A vote <em>against<\/em> would leave the existing constitutional framework in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.uaex.uada.edu\/business-communities\/voter-education\/issue3.aspx\">Read the Public Policy Center&#8217;s full Issue 3 explanation.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Issue 4: Up to $500 million in water infrastructure bonds<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>The basic question:<\/strong> Should Arkansas be allowed to borrow up to $500 million to finance water, sewer, irrigation and other water-related infrastructure projects?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Unlike the first three ballot issues, Issue 4 is not a proposed constitutional amendment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It&#8217;s a request for voters to authorize the state to issue bonds, which are essentially a form of long-term borrowing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The money could help finance drinking water systems, wastewater treatment facilities, stormwater improvements, flood control, irrigation and other water-related projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Higgins explained that Arkansas has been using similar financing for decades. In 2008, voters authorized the state to issue up to $300 million in bonds for water-related infrastructure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That authorization has now been used, prompting lawmakers to return to voters for permission to borrow additional money.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Arkansas Natural Resources Commission administers programs that help cities, counties, water associations and other entities finance infrastructure improvements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some communities receive grants, while others obtain loans through state programs, often with more favorable interest rates than they could secure independently.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The funding can also help Arkansas meet matching requirements for federal water infrastructure programs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Higgins pointed to major irrigation projects in eastern Arkansas as examples of how previous bond funding has been used.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Under Issue 4, the state could issue up to $500 million in additional general obligation bonds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No more than $165 million of that total could be used for irrigation projects. The proposal would also generally limit bond issuance to $60 million in any two-year period unless the Legislature authorizes more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The bonds would be repaid through state revenue and other available repayment funds, including payments on loans made through the programs. The proposal does not establish a new tax, but it would create additional state-backed debt, with associated interest costs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Arkansas Natural Resources Commission would develop a plan for using the bond proceeds, subject to state review and approval procedures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Supporters argue the financing is necessary to continue helping communities maintain and improve aging infrastructure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>What it means for voters:<\/strong> A vote <em>for<\/em> Issue 4 would authorize the state to issue up to $500 million in new water-related bonds. A vote <em>against<\/em> would deny that new borrowing authorization, requiring the state to rely on other funding sources for future projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.uaex.uada.edu\/business-communities\/voter-education\/issue4.aspx\">Read the Public Policy Center&#8217;s full Issue 4 explanation.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Don&#8217;t forget to check your local ballot<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While these four statewide issues will appear on ballots throughout Arkansas, some voters will also have local questions to decide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Higgins said communities across the state are holding elections involving local sales taxes, property taxes and other government questions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Those measures can vary significantly depending on where someone lives, making it especially important to review a sample ballot before heading to the polls.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Arkansas voters can visit the Secretary of State&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.voterview.ar-nova.org\/\">VoterView website<\/a> to review their voter information, polling locations and sample ballot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Public Policy Center also offers a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uaex.uada.edu\/business-communities\/voter-education\/state-ballot-issues.aspx\">2026 Arkansas Ballot Issues Voter Guide<\/a>, which provides detailed explanations of each measure, the arguments presented by supporters and opponents, and links to the full legislative text.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Printed copies are available at Cooperative Extension Service offices in all 75 Arkansas counties.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Early voting began Oct. 19 and continues through <strong>Monday, Nov. 2, at 5 p.m.<\/strong> Election Day is <strong>Tuesday, Nov. 3<\/strong>.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When Arkansas voters reach the end of their ballots this general election, they&#8217;ll find four questions that could shape the state&#8217;s constitution, influence economic development and determine how Arkansas pays [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":2672,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_breakdance_hide_in_design_set":false,"_breakdance_tags":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[383,385],"tags":[],"city":[],"class_list":["post-2671","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-government","category-politics"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v28.8 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Arkansas voters face four ballot issues Nov. 3. 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