Several Arkansas state legislators have recently filed additional constitutional amendments in the state legislature. These amendments cover a range of topics and issues, including term limits for state officials, the creation of a citizen’s commission for redistricting, and changes to the state’s minimum wage laws.
One of the proposed amendments, sponsored by Representative David Ray, seeks to implement term limits for state officials, including members of the General Assembly. This amendment would limit state representatives to serving three two-year terms and senators to serving two four-year terms. Supporters argue that term limits would help prevent the concentration of power and ensure turnover in elected positions.
Another proposed amendment, introduced by Representative Ashley Hudson, would create a citizen’s commission responsible for redistricting in the state. The commission would be bipartisan and would be tasked with drawing legislative districts following the decennial census. This amendment aims to address concerns about gerrymandering and promote fairness in electoral representation.
A third proposed amendment, sponsored by Representative Denise Ennett, seeks to make changes to the state’s minimum wage laws. Specifically, the amendment would increase the minimum wage to $11 per hour by 2023 and tie future increases to the cost of living. Supporters of the amendment argue that raising the minimum wage would help alleviate poverty and boost the state’s economy.
These proposed constitutional amendments join several others that have been filed in the Arkansas legislature in recent weeks. As they move through the legislative process, they will be subject to debate and potential revisions before potentially appearing on the ballot for voters to decide. Stay tuned for updates on these important proposals as they progress through the legislative process.
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