Democrats in Arkansas Legislature say governor’s policy priorities are out of touch

By: Ainsley Platt, Tess Vrbin

Outlets: Arkansas Advocate

Published: April 8, 2026

Words: 998

Last Updated: 5 days, 9 hours ago

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Arkansas Democrats said Wednesday that Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders’ policy priorities outlined in her State of the State address are out of touch with the needs of everyday Arkansans.

The Republican governor, who is running for reelection this year, urged lawmakers to support her proposed funding increases for law enforcement and school vouchers, kicking off a legislative session focused primarily on the budget. Sanders also proposed income tax cuts that she’ll ask lawmakers …

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