Pubdate: Wed, 30 Oct 2013
Source: Texarkana Gazette (TX)
Copyright: 2013 The Associated Press
Contact:  http://www.texarkanagazette.com/
Details: http://www.mapinc.org/media/976

ARKANSAS AG AGAIN REJECTS WORDING OF MARIJUANA MEASURE

LITTLE ROCK (AP) - Arkansas Attorney General Dustin McDaniel has 
again rejected the wording of a proposed ballot measure aimed at 
legalizing marijuana in the state.

McDaniel on Tuesday cited several problems with the proposed 
constitutional amendment submitted by retired Army Lt. Col. Marjorie 
LeClair of Shirley. McDaniel must certify the wording of an amendment 
before supporters can begin gathering signatures in an effort to 
qualify for next year's ballot.

The proposal would repeal all laws pertaining to the production, 
distribution and sale of the cannabis plant and any products derived 
from the plant.

McDaniel has rejected previous versions of the proposed amendment.

Arkansas voters last year narrowly rejected a ballot measure that 
would have legalized medical marijuana.

Supporters are trying to get similar measures back on the ballot next year.
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