The Arkansas Supreme Court has partially denied a challenge to an anti-casino ballot measure in the state. The challenge was brought by a group called Citizens for Local Rights, which argued that the language of the measure was misleading to voters.
The ballot measure, known as Issue 4, seeks to amend the state constitution to allow for the expansion of casino gambling in Arkansas. It would authorize the construction of four casinos in the state, including one in Pope County.
The Supreme Court ruled that the language used in the measure was not misleading, but did agree with Citizens for Local Rights on one point. The court found that a provision in the measure preventing any lawsuits against the state related to the issue was unconstitutional. This means that if the measure passes, citizens would still have the right to challenge the expansion of casinos through the courts.
Supporters of the measure argue that it will bring much-needed revenue to the state and create jobs. Opponents, including Citizens for Local Rights, believe that it will have negative social and economic impacts on the state.
The decision by the Supreme Court is a win for proponents of Issue 4, but the ruling on the provision regarding lawsuits could potentially impact the outcome of the ballot measure. The issue will now move forward to the November election, where Arkansas voters will have the final say on whether to allow the expansion of casino gambling in the state.
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