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We might call it the anti-overreach movement, though "movement" might be an overreach of phrasing at this early juncture.

We have a bit of a theme for columns this week. Its that people in Arkansas are rearing up a bit.

Little Rock attorney David Couch submitted paperwork Monday for a proposed constitutional amendment to reform the state direct democracy process, which would change how ballot language for proposed measures is approved and restrict the ability of the state legislature to change amendments initiated by voters.

One group is looking to address concerns it has with the process of getting items on the ballot in Arkansas.

Little Rock attorney David Couch submitted paperwork Monday for a proposed constitutional amendment to reform the state direct democracy process, which would change how ballot language for proposed measures is approved and restrict the ability of the state legislature to change amendments initiated by voters.

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Attorney General Tim Griffin certified the final element of the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act ballot package on Monday.

Attorney General Tim Griffin rejected a ballot proposal on Thursday to place an act before November voters.

Multiple ballot measures intended to make the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act part of the state constitution were certified by Attorney General Tim Griffin on Wednesday.

A group working to enshrine the Freedom of Information Act into the Arkansas Constitution filed suit against Attorney General Tim Griffin on Tuesday.