The "Protect Our Constitution Act" aims to amend the Arkansas Constitution to require a majority vote of all registered voters in the state for the approval of any constitutional amendment. The bill modifies the existing language in Article 5, Section 1, by stating that while measures submitted to voters will take effect upon receiving a majority of votes cast, constitutional amendments will now require approval from a majority of all registered voters eligible to vote on the amendment. This change is intended to ensure that constitutional amendments have broader support before being enacted.
Additionally, the bill includes an emergency clause, emphasizing the necessity of these amendments for the public peace, health, and safety of Arkansas citizens. It stipulates that the act should take effect immediately upon approval by the Governor or after the expiration of the veto period if not acted upon. The changes also clarify the process for conflicting measures, stating that the one with the highest number of affirmative votes will become law.