🏛️ Structure of Arkansas State Government
Executive Branch
Led by the Governor (currently Sarah Huckabee Sanders).
Other elected officials: Lieutenant Governor, Attorney General, Secretary of State, Treasurer, Auditor, and Land Commissioner.
Governor's Office Website
Legislative Branch
Arkansas General Assembly: Bicameral system with the House of Representatives (100 members) and the Senate (35 members).
Arkansas State Senate Website
Judicial Branch
Led by the Arkansas Supreme Court, with lower Circuit Courts and District Courts.
🗳️ Elections and Voter Information
Secretary of State (Elections Division): Handles voter registration, election integrity, and candidate filings.
📊 Key Political Issues in Arkansas
Healthcare Access in Rural Areas
Education Reform and Teacher Pay
Infrastructure Development, Including Broadband Expansion
Agriculture Policy and Support for Farmers
Criminal Justice Reform
Environmental Conservation and River Basin Management
🤝 Civic Engagement & Grassroots Activism
League of Women Voters of Arkansas: Promotes informed and active civic engagement.
LWV Arkansas Website
Arkansas Advocates for Children and Families: Focuses on social and economic equity.
Audubon Arkansas: Dedicated to environmental preservation and wildlife protection.
Audubon Arkansas Website
📰 Stay Informed
Arkansas Democrat-Gazette: Covers state politics and major issues.
KUAR Public Radio: Offers in-depth reporting on politics and policy.
Arkansas Times: Focused on local and state government news.
📚 Educational Resources
Arkansas State Archives: Provides historical documents and state records.
Arkansas State Archives Website
BallotPedia Arkansas: Neutral, fact-checked election and policy information.
Ballotpedia Arkansas