Arkansas' 3rd Congressional District election, 2026

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Arkansas' 3rd Congressional District
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Election details
Filing deadline: November 12, 2025
Primary: March 3, 2026 (canceled) Primary runoff: March 31, 2026 (canceled) General: November 3, 2026
How to vote
Poll times: 7:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Voting in Arkansas
Race ratings
Cook Political Report: Solid Republican DDHQ and The Hill: Pending Inside Elections: Solid Republican Sabato's Crystal Ball: Safe Republican
Ballotpedia analysis
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All U.S. House districts, including the 3rd Congressional District of Arkansas, are holding elections in 2026. The general election is November 3, 2026. Democratic and Republican Party primaries were expected to take place on March 3, 2026, but were not necessary after only one candidate filed for both primaries. For more information about the primaries in this election, click on the links below:

• Arkansas' 3rd Congressional District election, 2026 (March 3 Democratic primary)
• Arkansas' 3rd Congressional District election, 2026 (March 3 Republican primary)

Candidates and election results

General election

The candidate list in this election may not be complete.

General election for U.S. House Arkansas District 3

Incumbent Steve Womack, Robb Ryerse, and Christopher Hocevar are running in the general election for U.S. House Arkansas District 3 on November 3, 2026.

		Candidate
		Steve Womack (R)
		Robb Ryerse (D)
		Christopher Hocevar (Independent)

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Democratic primary election

The Democratic primary election was canceled. Robb Ryerse advanced from the Democratic primary for U.S. House Arkansas District 3.

Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• Diana Lawrence (D)

Republican primary election

The Republican primary election was canceled. Incumbent Steve Womack advanced from the Republican primary for U.S. House Arkansas District 3.

Candidate profiles

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Christopher Hocevar

Party: Independent

Incumbent: No

Political Office: None

Submitted Biography:  "I was born in Ponca City, Oklahoma, to a hardworking, working-class family. My father’s roots are in Montana farming and ranching, and my mother also grew up in Ponca City. Growing up, I was taught that hard work and education were the keys to success. But today, many Americans work hard and go to college only to be weighed down by crippling student loan and medical debt. As a current graduate student at the University of Arkansas, I’ve experienced firsthand the struggle of low pay and overwhelming debt. Many face impossible interest rates on student loans that make escaping debt feel out of reach. Medical debt is a similar burden that leaves families struggling to make ends meet. Housing costs continue to rise, pushing working families out of their communities. In a country with abundant resources, working 40 hours a week should be enough to support yourself and your family. I am running to fight for Arkansas and America — to tackle student loan and medical debt, improve teacher pay, make housing affordable, and reduce poverty. Everyone deserves a fair chance to succeed without being buried in debt."

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Key Messages

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I come from a hardworking family and know firsthand how education opens doors, but today many are burdened by overwhelming student loan debt. As a graduate student at the University of Arkansas, I’ve experienced how low pay and high interest rates trap students in debt for decades. Medical debt is another crisis leaving families financially devastated. No one should face bankruptcy for seeking care. I’m committed to fighting for affordable education, lower loan interest rates, expanded forgiveness, and policies that reduce medical debt so every American can build a secure financial future.

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Teachers are the backbone of our communities, yet many struggle with low pay and limited resources. I believe we must invest in educators by raising wages and improving school support, so every child has the chance to succeed. Rising housing costs push families out of the neighborhoods they love. No one working full-time should be priced out of their community. I will advocate for affordable housing policies that protect working families, help first-time buyers, and keep communities strong and vibrant for generations to come.

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Growing up in a working-class family taught me the value of hard work, but many Americans today work full-time and still struggle to get by. Poverty remains a barrier too many face. I’m dedicated to expanding economic opportunity by creating good jobs with fair wages, improving access to education and training, and ensuring support for those in need. Everyone deserves the chance to succeed without being held back by debt or poverty. Together, we can build an Arkansas and America where hard work truly pays off.

Voting information

See also: Voting in Arkansas

Election information in Arkansas: Nov. 3, 2026, election.

What is the voter registration deadline?

• In-person: Oct. 5, 2026
• By mail: Postmarked by Oct. 5, 2026
• Online: N/A

Is absentee/mail-in voting available to all voters?

No

What is the absentee/mail-in ballot request deadline?

• In-person: Oct. 30, 2026
• By mail: Received by Oct. 27, 2026
• Online: Oct. 27, 2026

What is the absentee/mail-in ballot return deadline?

• In-person: Oct. 30, 2026
• By mail: Received by Nov. 3, 2026

Is early voting available to all voters?

Yes

What are the early voting start and end dates?

Nov. 19, 2026 to Nov. 2, 2026

Are all voters required to present ID at the polls? If so, is a photo or non-photo ID required?

N/A

When are polls open on Election Day?

7:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. (CT)

Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey responses

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Survey responses from candidates in this race

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Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

Christopher Hocevar (Independent)

I come from a hardworking family and know firsthand how education opens doors, but today many are burdened by overwhelming student loan debt. As a graduate student at the University of Arkansas, I’ve experienced how low pay and high interest rates trap students in debt for decades. Medical debt is another crisis leaving families financially devastated. No one should face bankruptcy for seeking care. I’m committed to fighting for affordable education, lower loan interest rates, expanded forgiveness, and policies that reduce medical debt so every American can build a secure financial future.

Teachers are the backbone of our communities, yet many struggle with low pay and limited resources. I believe we must invest in educators by raising wages and improving school support, so every child has the chance to succeed. Rising housing costs push families out of the neighborhoods they love. No one working full-time should be priced out of their community. I will advocate for affordable housing policies that protect working families, help first-time buyers, and keep communities strong and vibrant for generations to come.

Growing up in a working-class family taught me the value of hard work, but many Americans today work full-time and still struggle to get by. Poverty remains a barrier too many face. I’m dedicated to expanding economic opportunity by creating good jobs with fair wages, improving access to education and training, and ensuring support for those in need. Everyone deserves the chance to succeed without being held back by debt or poverty. Together, we can build an Arkansas and America where hard work truly pays off.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Christopher Hocevar (Independent)

I come from a hardworking, working-class family and understand the struggles many face today. I’m passionate about addressing crushing student loan and medical debt that hold back so many Americans. I support requiring publicly traded and federally funded corporations to assist employees with student loan repayment, funded by fair corporate tax policies. I also fight for better teacher pay, affordable housing, reducing poverty, and regulating AI by banning harmful deepfakes—ensuring technology serves people, protects communities, and helps create real opportunity for all Arkansans.

Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?

Christopher Hocevar (Independent)

I look up to my high school track and cross country coach as well as my research professor during my master's degree. Both took mentorship on naturally and found ways to teach each of their mentees based on their needs. My track coach led by example in treating others with respect and valuing the time spent with others in the community. Their actions in making everyone included and important have been an example I have sought to follow. My research professor had been in the field for longer than I had been alive when I met him. I saw how he did everything with purpose while teaching his mentees. He intentionally guided me based on my own needs in my education and research compared to others. Most importantly, he taught me to take criticism as a way to really improve myself and learn rather than take criticism personally. I look up to these two mentors and follow their example because they saw the value in others. Everyone's ideas were important, and embracing failure is an important step towards overall success.

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

Christopher Hocevar (Independent)

Integrity, Independence & People First Leadership, Commitment to Important Issues, Ability to Take Criticism, and Capable to Represent Everyone Not Just Those Who Agree On Issues.

What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?

Christopher Hocevar (Independent)

Empathy, ability to take criticism, ability to listen, commitment to creating change, and importance I put in to data driven policy making.

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

Christopher Hocevar (Independent)

Represent everyone not just a party, address local issues with real solutions not just apart of a campaign, hold town halls to hear the voices of those you represent, and be transparent and accountable.

What legacy would you like to leave?

Christopher Hocevar (Independent)

I wasn't owned by either party but was a public servant to my district. Remembered as someone who helped working families feel at ease again by lifting burdens of healthcare costs, crushing debt, and unfair wages. Use tools of Congress to not just write laws but expose systems and institutions that rigged the game against everyday Americans. Help rewrite rules to opportunity wasn't just for the privileged, but was for teachers, nurses, single parents, students, renters, and workers. I fought hard for the people when it felt like no one else would fight for the overlooked, underpaid, and the unheard. I want to be remembered as a representatives who showed politics doesn't have to be corrupt, cruel, or disconnected. I served with integrity, fought for what's right, and I never forgot who I worked for, the people.

What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?

Christopher Hocevar (Independent)

I vaguely remember being at my grandmothers house seeing 9/11 on the television. I was 2 1/2.

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

Christopher Hocevar (Independent)

I worked at a grocery store in Oklahoma during high school, and I worked there for almost 2 years.

What is your favorite book? Why?

Christopher Hocevar (Independent)

Introduction of Electrodynamics by Griffiths. Really explained Electricity and Magnetism well and made me enjoy a topic I otherwise may have found difficult.

If you could be any fictional character, who would you want to be?

Christopher Hocevar (Independent)

Dick Grayson - Nightwing "Overwhelmed? Underwhelmed? Why isn't anyone just whelmed?"

What was the last song that got stuck in your head?

Christopher Hocevar (Independent)

Something Real - Post Malone

What is something that has been a struggle in your life?

Christopher Hocevar (Independent)

My mother going through ovarian cancer. Even after being cancer free, the everyday anxiety doesn't go away. There will always be worry of the cancer returning. I drove an hour back and forth multiple days a week during the 3rd year of my Bachelors degree to be with my mother through treatments, blood tests, and er visits. It is a struggle I have lived with and it is a struggle I know many other families live with. I have also dealt with increasing rent prices and the inability to find affordable places to live while getting a higher education. I have struggled going paycheck to paycheck through my entire college education. Even working multiple jobs to cover expenses.

What qualities does the U.S. House of Representatives possess that makes it unique as an institution?

Christopher Hocevar (Independent)

Rather than a representative of an entire state, the U.S House of Representatives is able to represent individual districts that all face unique problems. It allows for direct representation of areas that may not get heard when looking at the representatives of a state as a whole like the Senate or Governors. Allows for more views on issues and a much larger group to work with on creating bills to really help people.

Do you believe that it's beneficial for representatives to have previous experience in government or politics?

Christopher Hocevar (Independent)

I think it can be, but is not necessary. It is a public servant role and not a career. It can be beneficial in the sense of writing and creating bills, but as a nation we should be looking at all ideas to ensure we do not leave out great candidates.

What do you perceive to be the United States’ greatest challenges as a nation over the next decade?

Christopher Hocevar (Independent)

The party system used to give people a set of ideas to register under. We have all always agreed on the same issues, but different ways to work on them. That created the parties. Today, money and corruption is the greatest challenge we face as a nation over the next decade. Creating a country where representatives work for their constituents, not PAC money or Party money. The greatest challenge we face is removing the money from our politics and creating a nation where the government really is working in the betterment of the people it represents rather than working for self profit. Another challenge we face and discuss constantly is our over spending and national debt crisis that over the next 10 years we have to fix to ensure it is not passed onto the next generation of Americans.

Do you believe that two years is the right term length for representatives?

Christopher Hocevar (Independent)

I do, things can change quickly in districts as they represent smaller individual areas. Sometimes things change and a different representative is needed. Term length is right, but the lack of term limits is where we see issues.

What are your thoughts on term limits?

Christopher Hocevar (Independent)

I think term limits are a great thing. Situations change and leadership should change with it. Without term limits financial barriers are able to be set causing good candidates to not be able to run or campaign. We need term limits in every position helping limit corruption.

Is there a particular representative, past or present, whom you want to model yourself after?

Christopher Hocevar (Independent)

Katie Porter is someone I'd like to model myself after. Their ability to speak on issues with facts and data rather than just word of mouth is very important to me. In a time where a lot of citizens see lying as a political skill, being able to present facts and data through presentations or printouts is much needed. The American people need to see where the discussions come from and what decisions are being based on. The transparency she provides in discussing legislature and issues is something we should all look to achieve.

Both sitting representatives and candidates for office hear many personal stories from the residents of their district. Is there a story that you’ve heard that you found particularly touching, memorable, or impactful?

Christopher Hocevar (Independent)

Recently I met with a member of the Chamber of Commerce, they are working on creating a spectrum independence living organization to provide work training and assistance for those on the autistic spectrum. I have done a lot of research preparing to run for Congress, but this is an issue I myself had not looked into. Hearing 1:31 children have autism, and 85% are unemployed out of college was really impactful for me. These are people very capable of working these jobs they worked hard to achieve degrees for. Without proper training to help move them from their college degrees to the workforce, they see high risk for homelessness. Those without college degrees see similar issues. There is already a huge homeless issue throughout our country and having capable working people unable to get jobs because of their disability is adding to issues we are already struggling to fix. These are people who want to work. It was very touching and impactful to hear about this and this is a project I have hanging above my desk and will work with and keep track of while I'm in office. I will not forget this project and will give it any help that I can.

Tell us your favorite joke.

Christopher Hocevar (Independent)

Classical Electrodynamics by Jackson..........

Do you believe that compromise is necessary or desirable for policymaking?

Christopher Hocevar (Independent)

Compromise is very necessary. We have seen so many issues that are treated as one way or the other rather than finding a compromise. Even with raising the minimum wage, there is always the argument for "well some jobs shouldn't pay up to that". Though I disagree, there is always a compromise on that point. Yet, we see the same argument with no compromise and the minimum wage is still yet to change.

The Constitution says that all bills for raising revenue must originate in the House. What role would this power play in your priorities if elected?

Christopher Hocevar (Independent)

This role would play into making sure our tax dollars work for working people. Tackling student debt, investing more in our healthcare, or making housing affordable, I would use this power to ensure my priority of using our nation's resources wisely and fairly is met. No more raising working class taxes to pay for the rich or big corporations to get tax cuts. Instead they should pay their fair share allowing for reducing the struggle of many working class Americans.

How should the U.S. House use its investigative powers?

Christopher Hocevar (Independent)

It should be investigating price gouging by many pharmaceutical companies taking advantage of the sick. Investigate insurance companies industry practices that deny care or inflate costs, like trying to use AI to deny claims that cost the company money. Investigate real estate speculation and corporate landlords inflating rent prices as well as their misuse or under-allocation of federal housing funds. Ensure the impact of federal education funds is investigated making sure no one is getting shortchanged or underfunded. Investigating For-profit charter school abuses as well as state-level misuse of the teacher pay grant money or funding for public schools. Investigate loan service practices as well as the role of accrediting bodies enabling for-profit schools to access student loan dollars. Finally, Investigate wage theft, corporations relying on public benefits to subsidize low wages, and the failures in federal anti-poverty programs to reach their intended communities. This would help in exposing corporate abuse, inform smarter legislation, provide better insight to Americans where their money is being used, as well as ensure across all areas there is no waste of the American budget.

What committees interest you?

Christopher Hocevar (Independent)

House committee on financial services, Education and the Workforce, Oversight and Accountability, Budget, and Ways and Means.

What are your views on financial transparency and government accountability?

Christopher Hocevar (Independent)

Running for Congress or other positions is a public service not a career. Government should be accountable for our money spent and ensure their constituents that the don't hold a financial stake when making and passing laws. Representatives shouldn't hold stocks and should be transparent with money made while in office.

You can ask candidates in this race to fill out the survey by clicking their names below:

• Robb Ryerse
• Steve Womack

Campaign finance

Name	Party	Receipts*	Disbursements**	Cash on hand	Date
Steve Womack	Republican Party	$941,310	$400,536	$2,256,667	As of September 30, 2025
Robb Ryerse	Democratic Party	$37,462	$12,570	$24,893	As of September 30, 2025
Christopher Hocevar	Independent	$862	$460	$435	As of September 30, 2025
Source: Federal Elections Commission, "Campaign finance data," 2026. This product uses the openFEC API but is not endorsed or certified by the Federal Election Commission (FEC). * According to the FEC, "Receipts are anything of value (money, goods, services or property) received by a political committee." ** According to the FEC, a disbursement "is a purchase, payment, distribution, loan, advance, deposit or gift of money or anything of value to influence a federal election," plus other kinds of payments not made to influence a federal election.

General election race ratings

See also: Race rating definitions and methods

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• Safe and Solid ratings indicate that one party has a clear edge and the race is not competitive.
• Likely ratings indicate that one party has a clear edge, but an upset is possible.
• Lean ratings indicate that one party has a small edge, but the race is competitive.
• Toss-up ratings indicate that neither party has an advantage.

Race ratings are informed by a number of factors, including polling, candidate quality, and election result history in the race's district or state.

Race ratings: Arkansas' 3rd Congressional District election, 2026
Race tracker	Race ratings
	12/16/2025	12/9/2025	12/2/2025	11/25/2025
The Cook Political Report with Amy Walter	Solid Republican	Solid Republican	Solid Republican	Solid Republican
Decision Desk HQ and The Hill	Pending	Pending	Pending	Pending
Inside Elections with Nathan L. Gonzales	Solid Republican	Solid Republican	Solid Republican	Solid Republican
Larry J. Sabato's Crystal Ball	Safe Republican	Safe Republican	Safe Republican	Safe Republican
Note: Ballotpedia reviews external race ratings every week throughout the election season and posts weekly updates even if the media outlets have not revised their ratings during that week.

Ballot access

The table below details filing requirements for U.S. House candidates in Arkansas in the 2026 election cycle. For additional information on candidate ballot access requirements in Arkansas, click here.

Filing requirements for U.S. House candidates, 2026
State	Office	Party	Signatures required	Filing fee	Filing deadline	Source
Arkansas	U.S. House	Ballot-qualified party	N/A	Fixed by party	11/12/2025	Source
Arkansas	U.S. House	Unaffiliated	3% of qualified voters in the district, or 2,000, whichever is less	N/A	5/1/2026	Source

District history

The section below details election results for this office in elections dating back to 2020.

• 2024
• 2022
• 2020

General election

General election for U.S. House Arkansas District 3

Incumbent Steve Womack (R) defeated Caitlin Draper Mattelin (D) and Bobby Wilson (L) in the general election for U.S. House Arkansas District 3 on November 5, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Steve Womack (R)	63.8	192,101
		Caitlin Draper Mattelin (D)	31.8	95,652
		Bobby Wilson (L)	4.4	13,331

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 301,084
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Democratic primary

The Democratic primary scheduled for March 5, 2024, was canceled. Caitlin Draper Mattelin (D) advanced from the Democratic primary for U.S. House Arkansas District 3 without appearing on the ballot.

Republican primary

Republican primary for U.S. House Arkansas District 3

Incumbent Steve Womack (R) defeated Clint Penzo (R) in the Republican primary for U.S. House Arkansas District 3 on March 5, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Steve Womack	53.9	35,768
		Clint Penzo	46.1	30,545

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 66,313
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Libertarian Party convention

Libertarian convention for U.S. House Arkansas District 3

Bobby Wilson (L) advanced from the Libertarian Party convention for U.S. House Arkansas District 3 on February 25, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Bobby Wilson	92.7	38
		Other/Write-in votes	7.3%	3

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 41
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General election

General election for U.S. House Arkansas District 3

Incumbent Steve Womack (R) defeated Lauren Mallett-Hays (D) and Michael Kalagias (L) in the general election for U.S. House Arkansas District 3 on November 8, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Steve Womack (R)	63.7	142,401
		Lauren Mallett-Hays (D)	32.9	73,541
		Michael Kalagias (L)	3.4	7,646

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 223,588
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Democratic primary

The Democratic primary scheduled for May 24, 2022, was canceled. Lauren Mallett-Hays (D) advanced from the Democratic primary for U.S. House Arkansas District 3 without appearing on the ballot.

Republican primary

Republican primary for U.S. House Arkansas District 3

Incumbent Steve Womack (R) defeated Neil Kumar (R) in the Republican primary for U.S. House Arkansas District 3 on May 24, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Steve Womack	78.7	60,814
		Neil Kumar	21.3	16,414

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 77,228
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Libertarian Party convention

Libertarian convention for U.S. House Arkansas District 3

Michael Kalagias (L) advanced from the Libertarian Party convention for U.S. House Arkansas District 3 on February 20, 2022.

		Candidate
✔		Michael Kalagias

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified.
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General election

General election for U.S. House Arkansas District 3

Incumbent Steve Womack (R) defeated Celeste Williams (D) and Michael Kalagias (L) in the general election for U.S. House Arkansas District 3 on November 3, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Steve Womack (R)	64.3	214,960
		Celeste Williams (D)	31.8	106,325
		Michael Kalagias (L)	3.9	12,977

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 334,262
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Democratic primary

The Democratic primary scheduled for March 3, 2020, was canceled. Celeste Williams (D) advanced from the Democratic primary for U.S. House Arkansas District 3 without appearing on the ballot.

Republican primary

The Republican primary scheduled for March 3, 2020, was canceled. Incumbent Steve Womack (R) advanced from the Republican primary for U.S. House Arkansas District 3 without appearing on the ballot.

District analysis

Click the tabs below to view information about voter composition, past elections, and demographics in both the district and the state.

• District map - A map of the district in place for the election.
• Competitiveness - Information about the competitiveness of 2026 U.S. House elections in the state.
• Presidential elections - Information about presidential elections in the district and the state.
• State party control - The partisan makeup of the state's congressional delegation and state government.

• District map
• Competitiveness
• Presidential elections
• State party control

Below is the district map in place for this election. Click the map below to enlarge it.

See also: Primary election competitiveness in state and federal government, 2026

Information about competitiveness will be added here as it becomes available.

Partisan Voter Index

See also: The Cook Political Report's Partisan Voter Index

Heading into the 2026 elections, based on results from the 2024 and 2020 presidential elections, the Cook Partisan Voter Index for this district is R+13. This meant that in those two presidential elections, this district's results were 13 percentage points more Republican than the national average. This made Arkansas' 3rd the 95th most Republican district nationally.

2020 presidential election results

The table below shows what the vote in the 2024 presidential election was in this district. The presidential election data was compiled by The Downballot.

2024 presidential results in Arkansas' 3rd Congressional District

Kamala Harris	Donald Trump
36.0%	61.0%

Presidential voting history

See also: Presidential election in Arkansas, 2024

Arkansas presidential election results (1900-2024)

• 20 Democratic wins
• 11 Republican wins
• 1 other win

Year	1900	1904	1908	1912	1916	1920	1924	1928	1932	1936	1940	1944	1948	1952	1956	1960	1964	1968	1972	1976	1980	1984	1988	1992	1996	2000	2004	2008	2012	2016	2020	2024
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See also: Party control of Arkansas state government

Congressional delegation

The table below displays the partisan composition of Arkansas' congressional delegation as of October 2025.

Congressional Partisan Breakdown from Arkansas
Party	U.S. Senate	U.S. House	Total
Democratic	0	0	0
Republican	2	4	6
Independent	0	0	0
Vacancies	0	0	0
Total	2	4	6

State executive

The table below displays the officeholders in Arkansas' top four state executive offices as of October 2025.

State executive officials in Arkansas, October 2025

Office	Officeholder
Governor	Sarah Huckabee Sanders
Lieutenant Governor	Leslie Rutledge
Secretary of State	Cole Jester
Attorney General	Tim Griffin

State legislature

Arkansas State Senate

Party		As of October 2025
	Democratic Party	6
	Republican Party	28
	Other	0
	Vacancies	1
Total		35

Arkansas House of Representatives

Party		As of FOctober 2025
	Democratic Party	19
	Republican Party	80
	Other	0
	Vacancies	1
Total		100

Trifecta control

Arkansas Party Control: 1992-2025
Eleven years of Democratic trifectas  •  Eleven years of Republican trifectas
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Year	92	93	94	95	96	97	98	99	00	01	02	03	04	05	06	07	08	09	10	11	12	13	14	15	16	17	18	19	20	21	22	23	24	25
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See also

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Footnotes

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Arkansas' current delegation to the United States Congress

Senators

John Boozman (R)

Tom Cotton (R)

Representatives

District 1

Rick Crawford (R)

District 2

French Hill (R)

District 3

Steve Womack (R)

District 4

Bruce Westerman (R)

Republican Party (6)

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