A “yes” vote requires that voters must have a valid government-issued ID in order to cast a ballot in an Arkansas election.
A “no” vote would not require a government-issued ID to vote in Arkansas elections.
According to Linsday Nielson of the Washington Post, requiring voter identification reduces turnout and prevents certain groups of people from voting. Senior citizens will be particularly disadvantaged because many don’t have passports or driver’s licenses., in opposition to Issue 2 (Learn more)
If an eligible voter does not have a government-issued photo ID, they can get one from the state for free. , in support of Issue 2 (Learn more)
According to KARK News, requiring voter identification increases election security and prevents possible fraud. , in support of Issue 2 (Learn more)
This measure would amend the Arkansas Constitution to require Arkansas voters to provide valid photo IDs in order to vote in person or by absentee ballot.