Arkansas Medical Marijuana Amendment Sparks Heated Immigration Debate
As Arkansas prepares for the November elections, the debate over medical marijuana continues to be a flashpoint. A conservative nonprofit in Little Rock is rallying opposition to a proposed measure that would reform the state’s medical marijuana program, with claims that it could attract undocumented immigrants and turn Arkansas into a “drug use destination.”
The Family Council Action Committee, known for its conservative advocacy, announced a statewide tour ahead of the elections to encourage voters to reject the Arkansas Medical Marijuana Amendment of 2024.
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According to Marijuana Moment, during a press conference, Jerry Cox, the group’s executive director, warned that the proposed changes could have unintended consequences. “Imagine illegal immigrants being able to come here and get a free marijuana card,” Cox said. “What does that do to our state and what kind of message does that send to the rest of the country where Arkansas becomes this marijuana drug use destination?”
The amendment aims to improve access to …