Arkansas Supreme Court Blocks Medical Marijuana Ballot Measure

The court ruled the measure's language was misleading, preventing votes from being counted in the upcoming election.

The Arkansas Supreme Court decided in a 4-3 ruling that votes on the medical marijuana ballot initiative will not be counted, citing misleading language.
The proposed amendment aimed to expand medical marijuana access by broadening qualifying conditions and extending medical cannabis card validity to three years.
Opponents argued the measure failed to inform voters about significant changes, including restrictions on legislative power and potential federal implications.
Arkansans for Patient Access, the group promoting the measure, expressed disappointment and vowed to continue efforts to expand medical marijuana access.
Despite appearing on the ballot, due to early voting already starting, the court's decision ensures that no votes on the initiative will be tallied.