Kelly Grappe

Kelly Grappe

Democratic Party

Candidate, Arkansas Secretary of State

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Next election

November 3, 2026

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Bachelor's

Lyon College

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Dental business

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Kelly Grappe (Democratic Party) is running for election for Arkansas Secretary of State. The Democratic primary for this office on March 3, 2026, was canceled.

Biography

Kelly Grappe earned a bachelor's degree from the Lyon College. Her career experience includes working in the dental business.

Elections

2026

See also: Arkansas Secretary of State election, 2026

General election

The primary will occur on March 3, 2026. The general election will occur on November 3, 2026. General election candidates will be added here following the primary.

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General election for Arkansas Secretary of State

Kelly Grappe (D) is running in the general election for Arkansas Secretary of State on November 3, 2026.

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		Kelly Grappe (D)

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Democratic primary

The Democratic primary scheduled for March 3, 2026, was canceled. Kelly Grappe (D) advanced from the Democratic primary for Arkansas Secretary of State without appearing on the ballot.

Republican primary

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Republican primary for Arkansas Secretary of State

Kim Hammer (R), Cathy Hardin Harrison (R), and Bryan Norris (R) are running in the Republican primary for Arkansas Secretary of State on March 3, 2026.

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		Kim Hammer
		Cathy Hardin Harrison
		Bryan Norris

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Endorsements

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• Democratic Party of Arkansas

Campaign themes

2026

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Campaign website

Grappe’s campaign website stated the following:

“	What This Campaign Is About This campaign isn’t about party labels. It’s about public service. It’s about restoring trust in an office that affects every voter, every business, and every community in Arkansas. I believe the Secretary of State’s office should be steady, transparent, and accessible - and that Arkansans deserve clear information, fair administration, and respect for the law. The Work of the Office PROTECT THE VOTE Fair, secure elections administered consistently - free from political pressure or favoritism. SERVE ALL 75 COUNTIES Clear guidance, reliable systems, and responsive support for every county - rural and urban alike. LEAD WITH TRANSPARENCY Plain-language information, open processes, and accountability in every function of the office.	”
—Kelly Grappe’s campaign website (2026)

Campaign finance summary

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