Wal-Mart joins opponents of Ark. religion bill

Local and state leaders and organizations urged Arkansas Gov. Asa Hutchinson to veto House Bill 1228 — the "Religious Freedom Restoration Act" — and raised concerns about what the measure could mean for the future of business in the Natural State.

Bentonville, Ark.-based Wal-Mart Stores Inc. posted a Twitter statement indicating the law does not reflect the company's values. It also urged the governor to veto the legislation, according to USA Today.

The bill would prevent state and local governments from infringing upon religious beliefs without a "compelling" interest. Supporters maintain it is not a discriminatory bill, but opponents say it will allow widespread discrimination against gays and lesbians.

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