Voting Rights Act ruling could have major impact in Arkansas, groups say

By: Antoinette Grajeda

Outlets: Arkansas Advocate

Published: April 29, 2026

Words: 904

Last Updated: 3 months ago

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A U.S. Supreme Court ruling that weakens a key part of the Voting Rights Act threatens minority representation in legislative districts in Arkansas, a state that has faced legal fights over redistricting, progressive groups said Wednesday.

In a 6-3 decision, the Supreme Court’s conservative majority curtailed the consideration of race when drawing legislative maps.

The ruling was viewed as a major blow to the Voting Rights Act of 1965, which outlawed …

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