SB 209 - Prohibits Signatures Gathered by Canvassers Which Violated State Law - Arkansas Key Vote

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Title: Prohibits Signatures Gathered by Canvassers Which Violated State Law

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Title: Prohibits Signatures Gathered by Canvassers Which Violated State Law

Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to pass a bill that prohibits the Secretary of State from counting signatures gathered for petitions under illegal circumstances in Arkansas.

Highlights:

  • Authorizes the Secretary of State to not count signatures collected and witnessed by a canvasser if there is a preponderance of evidence that the canvasser has violated Arkansas laws regarding the following (Sec. 1):

    • Canvassing;

    • Perjury;

    • Forgery; or

    • Or fraudulent practices.

  • Specifies that the provisions of this bill shall take effect immediately upon passage and approval by the Governor (Sec. 3).

See How Your Politicians Voted

Title: Prohibits Signatures Gathered by Canvassers Which Violated State Law

Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to pass a bill that prohibits the Secretary of State from counting signatures gathered for petitions under illegal circumstances in Arkansas.

Highlights:

  • Authorizes the Secretary of State to not count signatures collected and witnessed by a canvasser if there is a preponderance of evidence that the canvasser has violated Arkansas laws regarding the following (Sec. 1):

    • Canvassing;

    • Perjury;

    • Forgery; or

    • Or fraudulent practices.

  • Specifies that the provisions of this bill shall take effect immediately upon passage and approval by the Governor (Sec. 3).

Title: Prohibits Signatures Gathered by Canvassers Which Violated State Law

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