In Arkansas, the status of a proposed ballot measure aiming to expand medical marijuana access remains uncertain, with early voting approaching soon.
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The initiative, backed by **Arkansans for Patient Access (APA)**, seeks to broaden the list of medical professionals who can prescribe medical marijuana cards.
Additionally, it proposes expanding qualifying conditions for medical cannabis to include any condition a healthcare provider deems debilitating. If passed, the measure would extend the validity of medical marijuana cards from one year to three years.
The **Arkansas Family Council**, an opponent of the measure, raised concerns during a press conference, claiming that the proposal could limit legislative control and lead to regulatory issues. The council's president, **Jerry Cox**, argued that it could create a chaotic situation where regulations are locked into the state constitution and difficult to change, benefiting cannabis growers and sellers at the expense of proper oversight.
Conversely, **APA spokesperson Melissa Fults** emphasized that the amendment is designed to help more patients legally access medical marijuana, reducing the need for black-market solutions.
The **Arkansas Supreme Court** is expected to make a decision soon on whether the measure will be included on the November ballot. Both proponents and opponents have stated they are prepared to actively campaign leading up to the election, depending on the court's decision. **Early voting** is scheduled to begin on **October 21**, with **Election Day on November 5**.
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