Ballot measure proposes expanding Arkansas constitution’s right to bear arms

A proposed constitutional amendment aimed at solidifying Arkansans’ right to keep and bear arms is needed to better protect that right, supporters say, but opponents argue it will make it more difficult to implement gun safety regulations.

Issue 2 would amend the state constitution to clarify that the right to keep and bear arms includes “without limitation” the possession and use of ammunition, firearm accessories and firearm components.

Arkansas’ constitution currently says the state’s citizens “shall have the right to keep and bear arms, for their common defense.”…

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