THE ARKANSAS RIFLE AND PISTOL ASSOCIATION SUPPORTS THIS AMENDMENT AND ENCOURAGES ITS MEMBERS TO GET OUT THE VOTE ON NOVEMBER 3, 2026 AND VOTE YES ON SJR 11 OR BETTER KNOWN AS ISSUE 2 ON THE BALLOT.
The Arkansas Right to Keep and Bear Arms Amendment SJR 11 is on the ballot for November 3, 2026 as a legislatively referred constitutional amendment. This amendment is better known as ISSUE 2 and the Arkansas Rifle and Pistol Association is in favor of this amendment. While we currently have a solid Second Amendment Policy in Arkansas, this amendment will strengthen our future rights as gunowners, shooters, collectors, and hunters.
A "yes" vote supports this constitutional amendment to provide a right to possess and use ammunition, firearm accessories, and firearm components without limitation; and state that the right to keep and bear arms is "a natural, fundamental, and individual right that shall not be infringed."
A "no" vote opposes providing for a right to possess and use ammunition, firearm accessories, and firearm components without limitation, and opposes adding language stating that the right is a "natural, fundamental, and individual right that shall not be infringed."
Defeat would keep the existing constitutional provision in place, which states that “The citizens of this State shall have the right to keep and bear arms, for their common defense.
Currently, Section 5 of Article 2 of the Arkansas Constitution states, "The citizens of this State shall have the right to keep and bear arms, for their common defense."
In addition to guaranteeing the right to keep and bear arms for their common defense, ISSUE 2 will also assure that in the future, Arkansans will have the right to keep and bear arms for lawful hunting and recreational use and for any other lawful purpose. Issue 2 will also strengthen our rights to possess and use ammunition, firearm accessories, and firearm components without limitation.
And finally, the amendment would state that the right to keep and bear arms "is a natural, fundamental, and individual right that shall not be infringed.
The mission of ARPA is to uphold and defend the constitutional rights related to firearms, promote public safety and national defense, provide education and training in marksmanship and firearm safety, advocate for hunting as a sport and conservation method, encourage competitive shooting, oppose legislation conflicting with constitutiona
The mission of ARPA is to uphold and defend the constitutional rights related to firearms, promote public safety and national defense, provide education and training in marksmanship and firearm safety, advocate for hunting as a sport and conservation method, encourage competitive shooting, oppose legislation conflicting with constitutional rights, support youth shooting programs, and participate in the Civilian Marksmanship Program and the NRA.
Established in 1990, the Arkansas Rifle and Pistol Association staunchly defends our Constitutional right to bear arms. We safeguard individual liberties, ensuring the preservation of self-defense, protection of family, and defense of property for all citizens, while advocating for responsible firearm ownership and safety education.
Joining the Arkansas Rifle and Pistol Association is both easy and affordable. We welcome U.S. citizens with no felony convictions, regardless of skill level. As a member, you'll enjoy access to CMP events, firearm education, and updates on 2nd Amendment rights. Join us for camaraderie and advocacy!
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