Arkansas Abortion Rights Group Sues Over Rejected Ballot Signatures

Lawsuit claims state official unlawfully dismissed valid signatures for proposed amendment to ease abortion restrictions.

Arkansans for Limited Government submitted over 101,000 signatures for a ballot measure to permit abortions up to 18 weeks.
The Arkansas Secretary of State rejected the signatures, citing missing paperwork on paid canvassers.
The group argues they complied with all legal requirements and should be allowed to correct any issues.
The proposed amendment would allow abortions in cases of rape, incest, and medical emergencies.
The Arkansas Supreme Court is being asked to intervene and mandate the counting of signatures.