On December 10th, 2025, my life changed forever. My daughter was killed by a drunk driver, a tragedy that could have been avoided. The man responsible for her death had his driver’s license suspended after a Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) conviction, yet he continued to drink, ultimately leading to the accident that claimed my daughter’s life.

Arkansas is tragically no stranger to the devastating consequences of drunk driving. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), one in three traffic deaths in the United States involves a drunk driver. In Arkansas alone, drunk driving accounted for at least 25% of all traffic-related fatalities in recent years. These are not just numbers; they represent lives lost, families shattered, and futures stolen.

Despite having his driving privileges revoked, the lack of effective measures to prevent him from purchasing alcohol enabled the driver to continue endangering lives. This oversight in our current system is unacceptable. To prevent further tragedies, we must implement stricter control measures.

I am calling for a policy change that mandates a visible 'No Alcohol Sales' stamp on the state-issued IDs of individuals convicted of DWI in Arkansas. Such a measure would prevent DWI offenders from purchasing alcohol legally, making it harder for them to get behind the wheel while intoxicated. This proposal is not without precedent. Texas has successfully employed a similar program, resulting in a significant decline in alcohol-related offenses.

The implementation of this policy would require collaboration between the Department of Motor Vehicles, local law enforcement, and alcohol vendors across the state. By employing a system akin to the Texas model, Arkansas can significantly reduce the number of potential dangers posed by intoxicated individuals on our roads.

Let us take a stand to protect our community and ensure the safety of everyone on Arkansas's roads. Implementing a 'No Alcohol Sales' stamp for DWI offenders can and will save lives. Please join me in urging our state lawmakers to adopt this potentially life-saving measure. Together, we can honor the memory of my daughter and all others lost to drunk driving by ensuring no other family has to endure such a loss.

Sign this petition to support the implementation of the 'No Alcohol Sales' stamp on IDs for DWI offenders in Arkansas. Your signature can make a difference.